Spinach and Ham Quiche

Ingredients

• 1 sheet shortcrust pastry, to line a 9 inch quiche dish
• 3 shallots
• 3 slices ham (about 120g)
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup baby spinach, loosely packed and coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (whatever type you like, I use cheddar)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• salt and pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 230°C.

2. 2

   Chop shallots and ham, and sauté in olive oil with garlic. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

3. 3

   In a bowl mix the flour with a little milk until a smooth paste forms. Add rest of milk, eggs, paprika, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   To the milk mixture, add the sautéed shallots and ham, cheese and spinach. Mix well.

5. 5

   Prick the base of the pastry with a fork and gently pour in the filling mixture. Spread out evenly.

6. 6

   Bake for 30 minutes. If necessary, cover with foil for the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.

7. 7

   Remove from oven and leave for 5 minutes before serving.