Bite-Size Crustless Quiches Quick and Delicious

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped green onion (white and green parts) 3 large eggs 2 tablespoons milk 2 ounces Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated (1/2 cup) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper Nutritional Information 1 serving: Calories 37 Protein 2g Carbohydrates trace Fat 3g Cholesterol 45mg Sodium 75mg

Introduction: These hors d'oeuvres are quick to prepare, so you have more time with friends. They're also easier to handle than slices of a large quiche--making them ideal finger food. Makes 18 bite-size quiches. Preparation time: 10 minutes. Cooking time: 20 minutes. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Grease one tray of 24 mini muffin-pan cups (1 3/4- x 1-inch). In a small saucepan, melt butter over moderate heat. Add bell pepper and onion; saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Step 2: In a medium-size bowl, combine eggs, milk, cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir in the bell pepper and onions. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into each muffin cup. (The mixture will fill 18 to 22 cups.) Step 3: Bake until the centers are set, 8 to 10 minutes. Let the quiches cool for 1 minute. Using a knife, loosen the quiches around the edges and remove from the cups. Arrange them on a platter and serve.