quinoa crustless ham and kale quiche

Name: Quinoa Crustless Ham and Kale Quiche
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cup(s) pre-cooked quinoa, cooled (1 c quinoa to 1 1/2 c liquid); 1 - small onion, diced; 1/2 cup(s) rough, chopped mushrooms; 1 1/2 cup(s) diced ham; 1 1/2 cup(s) cheese, (I used Swiss but use whatever you have); 3 cup(s) finely chopped kale or spinach (raw); 1/2 teaspoon(s) herbs de provence (Oregon flavor rack); 1/2 teaspoon(s) Oregon garlic lover's garlic (Oregon flavor rack); 4 tablespoon(s) sour cream; 8 - eggs (or use the equivalent of egg beaters or a mix of the two); 2 tablespoon(s) Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil; - Parmesan cheese and parsley to garnish (opt)

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Patty Bronson

Eugene, OR

Updated on Mar 15, 2013

Quinoa is such a versatile grain. I use it as a filler in a lot of recipes. In this recipe, I've used the Red Quinoa as it holds up a little better than the white. You could use broccoli, seafood, leftover turkey. Endless options.

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Love quinoa? Never had it, but are curious? Don't think you like it? Doesn't matter! This recipe is so danged good that we can't imagine anyone not wanting to dig in for seconds.

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prep time 20 Min

cook time 45 Min

method Bake

yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 cups pre-cooked quinoa, cooled (1 c quinoa to 1 1/2 c liquid)
1 - small onion, diced
1/2 cup rough, chopped mushrooms
1 1/2 cups diced ham
1 1/2 cups cheese, (I used Swiss but use whatever you have)
3 cups finely chopped kale or spinach (raw)
1/2 teaspoon herbs de provence (Oregon flavor rack)
1/2 teaspoon Oregon garlic lover's garlic (Oregon flavor rack)
4 tablespoons sour cream
8 - eggs (or use the equivalent of egg beaters or a mix of the two)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
- Parmesan cheese and parsley to garnish (opt)

How To Make quinoa crustless ham and kale quiche

Step 1

Put the cooled quinoa in a mixing bowl (I usually make it the night before). Add eggs, cheese, sour cream, spices, garlic, Dijon mustard, and pepper. If you've salted the water your Quinoa was cooked in I would hold off on adding salt to the mix.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in large fry pan, saute' onions till they start to caramelize. Add mushrooms and saute for a few minutes. Add ham and kale (or spinach). Cook till kale starts to wilt, 3 - 4 minutes. Let the mix cool slightly before adding to Quinoa egg mix.
Step 3

Pour into a well greased (I used the Pam Baking spray) 8 x 8 baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees (note: cooking times may vary). Run a knife into the center to check for doneness. Top with shredded Parmesan and parsley sprinkles. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before cutting to serve. If serving for breakfast add some cut fruit to the dish.
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