pastry for 1 pie crust
1 tbsp. butter, softened
4 eggs
2 cups heavy or whipping cream
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 lb. natural Swiss cheese, shredded

Preheat oven to 425°F. Line one 9 inch pie plate with pastry. Spread crust evenly with softened butter; chill well. With wire whisk, beat eggs. cream and salt. Stir in cheese. Pour egg mixture into crust.

Bake 15 minutes; turn oven to 325°F.

Bake 35 minutes. Quiche is done when knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Serves 6.