Broccoli and Cheddar Skillet Flan

Ingredients

• 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
• 10 oz broccoli frozen thawed chopped
• 6 large eggs 
• 0.8 teaspoon rounded ground nutmeg 
• 1 lb hash browns frozen thawed
• 3 tablespoons olive oil 
• 0.3 cup parmigiano-reggiano grated
• 0.8 teaspoon salt 
• 1 large shallots chopped
• 1 cup sharp cheddar grated
• 1 cup milk whole

Equipment

• frying pan
• oven
• whisk
• broiler

Directions

1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Whisk together eggs, milk, pepper, nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until combined, then whisk in Cheddar and 3 tablespoons parmesan.
3. Heat oil in a well-seasoned 10-inch cast-iron skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté shallot, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3 minutes.
4. Add hash browns and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes.
5. Spread potatoes evenly in skillet and cook, undisturbed, 2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and spread broccoli over potatoes, then pour in egg mixture.
7. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan.
8. Bake until set 2 inches from edge but still slightly wobbly in center, 12 to 15 minutes.
9. Turn on broiler. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat until top is set, puffed, and golden brown.