Description
Savor rich, creamy bacon and cheese quiche with a golden, flaky crust that whispers comfort from French culinary traditions. Fresh ingredients blend seamlessly, delivering a delightful slice you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or Gruyere)
- 1 ½ cups half-and-half
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ teaspoons salt
- 3–4 tablespoons ice water
Seasoning and Garnish Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Transform flour and salt into a delicate pastry base by crumbling cold butter into the mixture until it resembles sandy granules.
- Introduce icy water gradually, kneading gently until the dough coheres into a unified mass. Shape into a compact disk, encase in plastic wrap, and allow to rest in the refrigerator’s cool embrace for half an hour.
- Liberate the chilled dough onto a flour-dusted surface, rolling carefully to create a thin, even layer. Gently nestle the pastry into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming excess edges with precision.
- Prepare the crust for blind baking by lining with parchment paper and filling with ceramic weights or dried legumes. Roast in a preheated 375F (190C) oven for 10 minutes, then remove weights and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden.
- Craft the quiche’s luxurious custard by whisking eggs with half-and-half, seasoning with salt, pepper, and a whisper of nutmeg for depth of flavor.
- Artfully distribute crispy bacon pieces and shredded cheese across the partially baked crust, creating a flavorful foundation.
- Cascade the silky egg mixture over the bacon and cheese, using a fork to ensure even distribution and prevent ingredient clustering.
- Slide the quiche into the 375F (190C) oven, allowing it to bake for 35-40 minutes until the center sets firmly and the surface achieves a rich, golden hue.
- Grant the quiche a brief moment of repose, letting it cool for 5-10 minutes to stabilize its structure before slicing.
- Elevate the presentation with a delicate sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or chives, serving the quiche warm or at ambient temperature for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the crust by swapping all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version, ensuring a crispy and delicate base.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gruyère, goat cheese, or sharp cheddar to elevate the flavor profile and create unique taste combinations.
- Replace bacon with crispy turkey bacon or sautéed mushrooms for a lighter protein option or vegetarian alternative that maintains the quiche’s rich texture.
- Enhance the egg mixture with fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, or green onions to add depth and aromatic complexity to the overall dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg