4 oz. asparagus (fresh or frozen)
1/2 c. Swiss cheese, shredded
5 large eggs
1/4 tsp. salt
2 c. half and half
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1 (10-inch) pie crust

Cook asparagus in salted water until tender (not mushy). Drain. Cool. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Place Swiss cheese in bottom of raw pie crust. Arrange asparagus on top of cheese. Blend eggs, half and half, salt and pepper. Pour slowly over asparagus and cheese.

Bake at 350°F for 30 to 40 minutes. Test with fork. Cool 5 to 7 minutes before cutting.

Serves 4 to 6.