"How to improve on ham-and-cheese quiche? Bake it in an uber-crispy hash brown crust for the perfect breakfast dish for a crowd...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing the pan
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32 ounces frozen, shredded hash browns, thawed, drained if needed
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7 large eggs
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1 1/2 cups half-and-half
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1 1/2 cups shredded mixed Gruyere and Swiss cheese
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1/3 cup chopped fresh chives
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4 ounces sliced deli ham, diced
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper