Description
Quiche Lorraine is a classic French dish that combines a savory custard with a flaky pie crust, featuring a rich filling made from eggs, cream, cheese, and crispy bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by placing it in a 9-inch pie dish and crimping the edges.
- Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the grated Gruyère cheese, crumbled bacon, and sautéed onions into the egg mixture.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Let the quiche cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Overbaking can lead to a dry filling.
- Allowing the quiche to cool helps it set properly.
- Make sure to season the egg mixture adequately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Quiche Lorraine, French recipe, savory custard, pie crust, brunch dish