Quiche-filled peppers

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4mediumsBell peppers, cored
cupChopped onion
3Eggs
1canEvaporated milk (5 oz)
cupFinely diced cooked ham
1tablespoonFinely chopped fresh parsley
¼teaspoonGarlic powder
1cupShredded Monterey Jack and pepper cheese

Directions

Place peppers in individual ramekins or an 8" square dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on high 4 minutes; drain peppers.

Place onion in a 4-cup glass measure; cover with vented plastic wrap.

Microwave on high 1½ minutes. Break eggs into same measure; beat.

Blend in milk. Stir in ham, parsley, garlic powder and cheese. Divide mixture among prepared pepper cups. Cover peppers with wax paper.

Redistributing peppers midway through cooking, microwave on medium-high (70%) 10-12 minutes, or until almost set. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrient data per serving: 243 calories; 16 grams protein; 15 grams fat; (56% total calories); 9 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 196 milligrams cholesterol; 251 milligrams sodium.

Submitted By MICHAEL ORCHEKOWSKI On 08-08-95