Karp Family Recipes

Breakfast Quiche of Scallions, Ham and Cheese

Category: Quiche, Tarts

Serves: 6-8

Ingredients:

1 T. unsalted butter, softened 2 T. fine dry bread crumbs 9 large eggs, beaten 2 c. creamed cottage cheese 1/2 lb. (2 c.) sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 1/2 lb. (2 c.) jalapeño Jack cheese, shredded 1/4 c. unbleached flour 1 t. baking powder 3/4 c. (6 oz.) finely diced ham 1/3 c. finely chopped scallions, including green 1 T. chopped pickled jalapeño pepper

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375°. Butter a 10” round glass or ceramic baking dish. Coat with bread crumbs; invert dish to discard excess crumbs. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheeses, flour, baking powder, ham, scallions and chopped jalapeño. Blend gently but thoroughly. Pour into the baking dish and smooth top. Bake 45 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch. Serve immediately. Pass bowls of sour cream and salsa.