BAKED EGG CUSTARD WITH GRUYèRE AND CHIVES

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This is so easy yet makes impressive an impressive main dish (especially for brunch). As it bakes, the Gruyère melts into the nutmeg-scented egg and milk mixture, and takes on a light, quiche-like creaminess. From Gourmet Magazine (Dec. 2008).

Provided by blucoat

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups coarsely grated gruyere cheese (6 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped chives
10 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish (2 inches deep).
  • Sprinkle Gruyère and chives evenly in dish.
  • Blend eggs, milk, cream cheese, and nutmeg in a blender with 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth.
  • Pour egg mixture over Gruyère and chives in dish and bake until puffed, set, and golden, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.6, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 314.2, Sodium 238.6, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 18.6

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