My family loves Asparagus and Quiche.  Making a dish that combined the two was a no-brainer.  This is a wonderful spring-time breakfast or brunch recipe that your family will appreciate.  Just put this together and let it bake while you enjoy your first cup of coffee.  If you’re a vegetarian just leave off the ham it is still delicious.

6 to 8 asparagus spears
1/2 bell pepper ( I used red a red one)
small onion chopped
1 cup cooked ham – cubed
3 cups shredded swiss cheese
1 Tablespoon fresh or dried parsley
1 pint egg beaters or 8 eggs
1/4 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste

Wash asparagus and cook in a skillet of water for 3 minutes.  Drain in colander.  When cool enough to work with, chop asparagus into one inch pieces and place them in a large bowl.  Add chopped bell pepper, onion, cubed ham, cheese and parsley.  Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir with spoon until combined.  Place in a 9-inch deep dish pie plate.  Add eggs or egg beaters and milk to a bowl and beat until mixed. Pour over vegetable mix and bake in a 350 degree oven 30 minutes or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean.  Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.