Quiche Lorraine with Ham

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Line bottom of unbaked pie shell with diced ham and grated cheese.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally until onions are soft. Spread over ham and cheese in pie shell.

Step 4

Beat eggs and add salt and nutmeg to taste. Gradually stir in hot milk and heat this mixture over a low flame until it begins to thicken. Pour into shell.

Step 5

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until custard is set and golden on top. Let cool before slicing.