HOLIDAY QUICHE 
1 1/2 c. flour
2/3 c. butter flavored Crisco
1 1/2 c. finely crushed butter-type crackers (Hi-Ho)
1/2 c. water
1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 c. chopped ham, cooked sausage, pepperoni, or crumbled bacon
3/4 c. thin sliced green onion
4 oz. diced pimentos, drained
1/4 c. snipped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp. pepper
5 eggs
1 c. whipping cream
1 tsp. salt
1 c. half and half

Heat oven to 400 degrees. Combine flour and cracker crumbs. Cut in Crisco. Sprinkle with water - 1 tablespoon at a time. Press into ungreased 15 x 10 x 1 inch pan. Prick with a fork.

Prepare filling by sprinkling cheese, meat, onion, parsley, and pimentos over crust. Beat eggs, creams, and seasonings. Pour filling over crust. Bake 25-30 minutes. Cool 5-10 minutes. Serve warm. Great for brunch or cut in small pieces for an appetizer.

 

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