Ingredients
1 T. unsalted butter
1 T. vegetable oil
12 to 16 scallions, ends trimmed, light green and white parts thinly sliced
5 oz. ham, cut into 1/4- to 1/2-inch dice (about 1 c.)
4 large eggs
3/4 c. milk
1/2 c. heavy cream
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 9-inch unbaked pie shell (use your favorite recipe), chilled
4 oz. grated Gruyere cheese (may substitute any Swiss cheese; about 1 c.)
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 350°.
In a saute pan over medium heat, combine the butter and oil. When the butter has melted, add the scallions and cook for about 3 minutes, until they have softened. Add the ham and cook for 30 seconds. Transfer the scallion-ham mixture to a plate to cool.
In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the milk, cream and salt and pepper to taste, whisking until thoroughly combined. Spread the scallion-ham mixture in the bottom of the pie shell. Scatter the cheese over the scallion-ham mixture and top with the egg mixture.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
