Ham-Spinach Quiche & a Book from Nancy Lee Badger

The United States of America had an inauguration the other day, welcoming in the new president, vice president, and cabinet. Some folks are celebrating this event all week. Others, have protested, rioted, or sued our government, but we hopefully are past all that.

Whatever happens now is a little scary, but at least the political calls, mailers, and TV ads have ceased.

Hubby and I watch TV for entertainment during this lengthy pandemic. However, reading a book or listening to an audio book while I bake is better. Since going to the food store is still off-putting, I searched my recipe box (yes, I have two in the cupboard) then scoured the frig, freezer, and pantry for just the right ingredients to make:

Nancy's Ham & Spinach Quiche

Preheat Oven to 350 degrees F and gather:

Pastry for 9 inch pie (I use a frozen pie shell)

1/2 Cup cooked chopped spinach, drained

1/4 Cup chopped yellow onion (optional)

1/2 Cup lightly chopped mushrooms (optional)

Two 7 in. by 4 in. slices of Swiss cheese

4.5oz. Can flaked Ham (like Hormel) or cooked ham chunks

3 eggs, beaten

1 Cup Half & Half

2 Tablespoons flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

aluminum foil

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and place pie pan on a cookie sheet with edges, to catch possible spills. Place cheese in bottom of pie shell. Its okay to chop them smaller. Sprinkle with spinach, onions, mushrooms, and ham. In a bowl, mix Half & Half, eggs, flour, and salt and whisk until fairly smooth. There will be a few lumps. Pour into pie evenly. 

Cut foil into three two-inch wide strips and cover the crust's edges to keep them from burning. Bake about 40-45 minutes or until the center looks solid and an inserted knife comes out semi-clean. Let stand about 10 minutes, then move pan to a wire rack. Cover with foil and refrigerate when cool.

This quiche has protein, calcium, veggies and is a healthy alternative to heavy take-out meals. Entertainment during this pandemic is also healthy to a person's well-being so remember to READ BOOKS. 

For a quick, romantic, hot, and adventurous story, check out Shimmer: The Beginning.

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