Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Fit the crust into a deep 9-inch pie dish at least 2 inches deep and crimp the edges. Set on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Line with parchment and fill with pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes; remove weights and parchment and bake another 5 minutes until the bottom looks dry.
- Let the crust cool slightly. Keep the oven at 375°F.
- Whisk 5 large eggs, 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup whole milk, 1 tablespoon Dijon, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper in a large bowl.
- Stir in 1½ cups ham in ½-inch cubes, 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions.
- Pour filling into the crust, leaving 1/4 inch below the rim. If any filling remains, bake separately in a greased ramekin rather than overfilling.
- Bake for about 40-50 minutes until the center reaches 165°F and has only a gentle wobble. Cover the crust edges if browning too quickly.
- Cool at least 15-20 minutes before slicing to let filling set.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with a side salad.
Notes
Equipment: deep 9-inch pie dish, rimmed baking sheet, pie weights, instant-read thermometer.
Serving size: one 8th of the recipe.
