Mini Quiches

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius and lightly grease a muffin tin with olive oil.

   Tip: Silicone muffin cups work wonderfully and need no greasing at all.

2. 2

   Heat a small skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced onion and red pepper for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften, then add the chopped spinach and cook for another minute until wilted. Set aside to cool slightly.

   Tip: Cooking the vegetables first removes excess moisture and prevents watery quiches.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.

   Tip: Add a pinch of nutmeg if you have it for extra warmth and depth.

4. 4

   Stir the grated cheese, cooked vegetables, and diced ham into the egg mixture until everything is evenly distributed throughout.

   Tip: Make sure the ham pieces are small so they distribute nicely in each mini quiche.

5. 5

   Carefully pour the mixture into your prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three quarters full.

   Tip: A measuring cup with a spout makes pouring much cleaner and easier.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the quiches are set in the center and the tops are lightly golden brown.

   Tip: They're done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Allow the quiches to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before running a small knife around the edges and turning them out onto a serving plate.

   Tip: These can be served warm, at room temperature, or even chilled.