Hash Brown Quiche

Directions

1. 1
   Grease 9-inch glass pie plate with solid shortening.
2. 2
   Press hash browns into pie plate making a solid crust.
3. 3
   Brush with melted butter including top edges.
4. 4
   Bake at 425° for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and fill with layers of cheese and ham.
5. 5
   Beat eggs and salt with milk.
6. 6
   Pour over cheese and ham.
7. 7
   Return to oven and then reduce heat to 350°.
8. 8
   Bake until knife inserted near edge comes out clean (about 30 to 40 minutes).