Green Eggs and Ham Cups “I first served these miniature quiches at a family Christmas brunch and chose the name of the recipe

with a nod to Dr. Seuss because it describes the dish and appeals to kids.” From Gay Martin, Albertsville, Alabama

Serves 4 to 8

Ingredients:

3 eggs

1 tablespoon all- purpose fl our

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 cup cottage cheese

2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar

1⁄8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste

1 cup spinach leaves, loosely packed

8 thin slices ham

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease 8 cups of a muffin tin or eight 4- ounce ramekins.

2. Combine the eggs, fl our, butter, cottage cheese, Cheddar, and hot sauce in a food pro cessor or blender. Pro cess

until well blended. Add the spinach and pulse briefly. Do not overpro cess; green flecks should be visible.

3. Line the muffin tins with the ham slices, pressing down with your fingertips. Pour equal amounts of the egg mixture,

a scant 1⁄3 cup, into each tin.

4. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Do not overcook.