Slow-Cooker Ham, Cheese & Spinach Crustless Quiche

Recipe from Recipe Iseasy Kitchen

Level: Easy
Yield: 8 to 10 servings
Total: 4 hr 15 min (includes resting time)
Active: 35 min

Nutritional Analysis Per Serving

(1 of 10 servings)

Calories: 284
Total Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Dietary Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 4 g
Protein: 14 g
Cholesterol: 201 mg
Sodium: 349 mg

Ingredients

Cooking spray
3 teaspoons olive oil
1 large shallot, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Kosher salt
4 large eggs plus 4 large egg yolks
3 cups half-and-half
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 pound sliced deli ham, torn into bite-size pieces
4 ounces shredded aged fontina (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
5 ounces baby spinach (about 6 cups)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions

Prepare a 6-quart slow cooker by lining the insert with a large sheet of foil that extends about 2 inches up the sides. Generously coat with cooking spray.
Warm 1 teaspoon of the oil in a big skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced shallots and saut, stirring often, until they become lightly golden, around 1 minute. Take off the heat and mix in the lemon zest along with a small pinch of salt.
In a spacious bowl, beat the eggs, egg yolks, half-and-half, 1 teaspoon salt, and several grinds of black pepper until well combined.
Move the sauted shallots to a medium bowl. Include the ham pieces, shredded fontina, and cornstarch, then toss everything together. Spread this mixture evenly across the base of the foil-lined insert. Carefully pour the egg mixture on top. Secure the slow cooker lid and set to high; cook until the center firms up and stops jiggling, roughly 3 1/2 hours. Lift the lid, use a paper towel to blot away any extra moisture on the surface, and allow it to rest for 20 minutes.
In the meantime, clean the skillet and add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Toss in handfuls of baby spinach, stirring and flipping until it wilts down; continue with the rest until all spinach is softened, totaling about 8 minutes. Flavor with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a bit of pepper.
Lift the quiche out using the foil sling. Employ metal spatulas to transfer it from the foil onto a platter for serving. Layer the wilted spinach on top and sprinkle grated Parmesan evenly across the surface. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Imagine waking up to the aroma of a hearty, crustless quiche straight from your slow cookertender ham, gooey aged fontina, and vibrant spinach all blending into custardy perfection. The zesty lemon-kissed shallots brighten every bite, while cornstarch ensures clean, sliceable results. Perfect for effortless brunches or meal prep that reheats like a dream, this dish feeds a crowd with balanced, protein-packed flavor. Grab high-quality fontina, line your insert well, and let your slow cooker work its magic for fluffy, crowd-pleasing results that vanish fast.[1][2][3]