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Classic Creamy Quiche Lorraine

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A comforting and easy homemade quiche featuring smoky bacon, nutty Gruyère cheese, and a silky custard filling baked in a crisp pie crust. Perfect for brunch, dinner, or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 9-inch (23 cm) pre-made or homemade pie crust
  • 6 slices smoked bacon, chopped
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 1 cup (100 g) Gruyère cheese, grated
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pie crust in dish and prick bottom with fork. Line crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake blind for 10-12 minutes until edges start turning golden.
  2. Cook bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, reserving some bacon fat in pan.
  3. Sauté onions in bacon fat over medium-low heat until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, and milk until combined and slightly frothy. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  5. Layer cooked bacon and onions evenly over par-baked crust. Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese on top.
  6. Pour custard mixture carefully into crust, covering fillings but not overflowing.
  7. Bake quiche for 35-40 minutes, until custard is set but slightly jiggly in center. A knife inserted should come out mostly clean.
  8. Let quiche cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing to allow filling to firm up.

Notes

Blind baking the crust prevents sogginess. Use room temperature eggs for a silky custard. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly. Let quiche rest before slicing for clean cuts. Reheat gently to avoid rubbery texture. Variations include vegetarian, crustless, and dairy-free options.

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