Description
Ina Garten’s Classic Quiche Lorraine is a timeless dish that combines a flaky pastry crust with a creamy, savory filling of eggs, cheese, and bacon. Perfect for brunch or a light dinner, this quiche is both elegant and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 homemade or store-bought pie crust
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges.
- Scatter the bacon, cheese, and onion over the crust.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese in the crust.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the quiche is set and the top is golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- The quiche can be customized with different cheeses or added vegetables.
- It can be made ahead and reheated for an easy meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per serving, estimated
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 180mg