Miniature Shrimp Quiches Recipe
Ingredients:
1 c of shredded cheese (Swiss)
1/2 c of shrimp (cooked); chopped finely
2 Tbsps of chives (fresh); chopped
1/2 tsp of thyme (dried)
2 pcs of beaten eggs (large)
1/2 c of half-and-half
1/4 tsp of salt
1/4 tsp of pepper
1/4 tsp of nutmeg (ground)
1/16 tsp of hot sauce
For the Pastry Shells:
1/2 c of softened butter (or margarine)
4 oz of softened cream cheese
1-1/2 c of flour (all purpose)
1/4 tsp of salt
Instructions:
(Pastry Shells)
Combine (cream) cheese and butter; beat thoroughly till blended well. Add salt and flour; stir thoroughly. Wrap with plastic film then place inside the refrigerator for one hour till chilled.
Shape into balls, about one inch. Place on mini-muffin pans then shape them into shells.
(Quiche)
Combine shredded cheese, shrimp, chives, and thyme; spoon onto shells evenly. Combine beaten eggs, half-and-half, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and hot sauce; stir thoroughly and pour onto the shells. Place inside the oven and bake 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes till firm.
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