Baked Egg Custard with Gruyère and Chives

By Coppermouse

I have added ham or crabmeat with this. Makes a great brunch item

Ingredients

• 2 cups coarsely grated Gruyère (6 ounces)
• 1/2 cup chopped chives
• 10 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish (2 inches deep).

Sprinkle Gruyère and chives evenly in dish.

Blend eggs, milk, cream cheese, and nutmeg in a blender with 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth.

Pour egg mixture over Gruyère and chives in dish and bake until puffed, set, and golden, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.