Ingredients
1 frozen pie crust or half a recipe for a double pie crust
1/2 pound (about 227 grams) thin strips of bacon chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup (about 80 grams) diced onion
1 cup (about 100 grams) shredded cheese (sharp white cheddar or Gruyere)
1 3/4 cups (about 414 ml) half and half (or equal parts whole milk and heavy cream)
4 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or chives (optional garnish)
1 egg white for brushing the tart interior
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the crust by placing it in a 9-inch tart pan; prick the base with a fork.
2-Blind bake the crust for 10 minutes with weights to hold its shape.
3-Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet until crisp, then caramelize the diced onion in the same pan.
4-In a bowl, whisk eggs, half and half, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and nutmeg until smooth.
5-Sprinkle the bacon, onion, and shredded cheese evenly in the crust.
6-Pour the custard mixture over the fillings and bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes until set.
7-Let cool for 10 minutes, then slice and garnish with herbs if desired.
Last Step:
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🥧 Use a tart pan with a removable bottom to easily release your quiche.
⏲️ Reduce the liquid slightly if using a shallower crust to avoid overflow.
❄️ Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chilling and baking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 363 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 567 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 131 mg