Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine

A buttery shortcrust tart filled with a silky egg and cream custard studded with smoky lardons and gruyère.

Cuisines

French

Best for

Breakfast Lunch

Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Total: 55 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

1 pre-made pie crust
4 slices of bacon
1 cup gruyere cheese, grated
3 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2 Place the pre-made pie crust in a pie dish and prick the bottom with a fork.
  3. 3 Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.
  4. 4 In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. 5 Crumble the bacon and spread it evenly over the pre-baked pie crust.
  6. 6 Sprinkle the grated gruyere cheese over the bacon.
  7. 7 In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  8. 8 Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese in the pie crust.
  9. 9 Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
  10. 10 Allow the quiche to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Tips

For a richer flavor, substitute half of the heavy cream with crème fraîche.