Easy Classic Quiche Lorraine Recipe
Ready for some brunch? Try this easy classic quiche lorraine recipe! With a buttery crust, silky custard, crispy bacon, and Gruyère, this delicious recipe is guaranteed to impress.
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- Skillet
- mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust 9-inch, unbaked, refrigerated
- 8 oz thick cut bacon chopped
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese freshly grated
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup heavy cream room temperature
- 1/2 cup whole milk room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Unroll pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Press gently and prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
- In a skillet, over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- Spread the bacon and the grated Gruyère cheese over the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Place the pie dish onto a rimmed baking sheet and pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the edges are golden and the middle is just set and has a slight jiggle.
- Allow the quiche to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 12gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 485mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 733IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 156mgIron: 1mg
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