Good Recipes from Friendly Eaters
Asparagus Quiche in Ramekins*
14 ounces ham cut into rectangular slices
4 ounces shredded Swiss or Jack cheese
4 large eggs
2 cups whipping cream
1 tablespoon dried onion
Salt and pepper
12 large asparagus spears cooked till tender-crisp (about 5 minutes)
Parsley
Line 4 buttered oval ramekins with ham, overlapping the slices. Sprinkle each with cheese. Combine the eggs, cream, onion flakes and salt and pepper to taste. Place 3 asparagus spears in each ramekin. Pour egg mixture over asparagus. Bake at 325 degrees 25 to 30 minutes, or until custard is set and mixture is lightly browned. Makes 4-6 servings.
*Ramekins are small glazed ceramic or glass serving bowls used for the preparation and serving of various food dishes.
From www.victoriaislandfarms.com.
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