Petite Broccoli Quiches

Submitted by breezermom

"This is a great little appetizer, or great served at a brunch. I've also used it at baby showers...it really goes over well. Prep time does not include the time for the cream cheese and butter to soften."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 2 dozen

ingredients

• 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1⁄2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3⁄4 cup frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained well
• 3⁄4 cup swiss cheese, shredded (3 oz)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1⁄4 cup plus 2 tbsp half-and-half cream
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt

directions

1. Combine the softened cream cheese and softened butter in a medium mixing bowl; beat at medium speed of an electric mixer until smooth. Add the flour, and beat at medium speed until smooth.
2. Shape the pastry into 24 1" balls. Place each ball into a miniature (1 3/4 inch) muffin pan; press dough onto the bottom and sides to form a shell. Set aside.
3. Combine the chopped broccoli and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring well. Spoon the broccoli mixture evenly into the shells. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes or until set and lightly browned.