Swiss Snack

This recipe was given to me by my wonderful Chinese friend, Mr Chow, who is now in heaven. No, it's not Chinese food! I think it's like a quiche. It's very good as an appetizer or for a luncheon.

Herb Crust

1 1/4 c flour
1/4 t salt
1/4 t basil, crumbled
1/2 c shortening or oleo
1 Tbs butter
1/4 c cold milk

Combine flour, salt, & basil.
Cut in shortening and butter.
Sprinkle with milk, adding just enough milk to make a stiff dough.
Roll out, fold, & carefully lift into a 9x13 pan
Trim edges even with top of pan.
Make edge like a pie crust.

Ham & Swiss Filling

1 c chopped, cooked ham.
1 c chopped, cooked chicken or turkey.
1/3 c chopped green onion.
8 slices process Swiss Cheese
6 slices crisp cooked bacon.
4 large eggs
1/4 t salt
1/8 t white pepper
1/8 t dry mustard
1 1/4 c milk
2 Tbs grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 t paprika

Prepare crust, sprinkle with chopped ham and turkey, then onion.
Cover with cheese slices.
Crumble bacon over cheese.
Beat eggs with salt, pepper, & mustard. Stir in milk.
Pour carefully over filling.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese mixed with paprika.
Bake on lowest rack in 400 degree F oven 25 - 30 minutes or until center is set.
Makes 8 dinner servings or 16 appetizer strips.