Cauliflower and Ham Crustless Quiche
- 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup chopped white onion, about 1 medium
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 4 ounces deli boiled ham, cut in 1/4-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 4 ounces grated Gruyere or Swiss cheese, about 1 cup
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add cauliflower florets and cook until very crisp tender, about 1 minute.
- Drain in colander and rinse with cold water.
- Shake off excess liquid.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet, over medium-high heat.
- Add the ham and the onions and cook until lightly brown, about 6 minutes.
- Add cauliflower and parsley and set aside to cool slightly.
- Brush a 9-inch glass or ceramic pie pan with the soft butter and evenly sprinkle the bottom of the pan with the grated parmesan Place pan on a baking sheet.
- Whisk the half-and-half, eggs, egg yolks and flour in large glass measuring cup.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Spread half the cauliflower mixture evenly in the pan, top with about half the cheese; repeat with remaining filling and cheese.
- Pour the custard over the fillings.
- Bake until the quiche is just set in the center, about 40 to 50 minutes.
- Cool on a rack before serving.
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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/cauliflower-and-ham-crustless-quiche-recipe.html (may not work)