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Mexican Quiche

By Chelsie Kenyon, About.com

Perfect for a main dish or even for breakfast. This quiche can be sliced and individually frozen. Simply heat in the microwave for a quick meal on the go.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 3/4 cup crema (or sour cream)
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup tomato, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • pre-baked pie shell or 6 warmed corn tortillas pressed into pie dish

Preparation:

If using the corn tortillas, brush with oil and pre-bake in a 400 degree oven until lightly browned.

Beat eggs until smooth. Whisk in half and half and crema. Then blend in cumin and salt.

Toss tomato, onion, cilantro and bell pepper and sprinkle on top of pie crust or tortillas. Pour egg mixture over that and bake for 45 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean.

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