Description
A classic French dish, Quiche Lorraine features a flaky shortcrust pastry filled with a rich custard of eggs, cream, Gruyère cheese, and crispy bacon. Perfect for brunch or a light dinner, this savory tart is both comforting and elegant.
Ingredients
1 9-inch shortcrust pastry
6 slices bacon
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the shortcrust pastry into a 9-inch tart or pie pan. Chill for 30 minutes.
2. Line crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights. Blind bake for 15 minutes. Remove weights and bake for 5 more minutes.
3. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. In the same pan, sauté onion until soft. Let cool.
4. In a bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in grated cheese.
5. Spread bacon and onions over the baked crust. Pour custard mixture over the top.
6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until set and golden on top.
7. Cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Serve with green salad, roasted vegetables, or fresh fruit.
Nutrition (per slice): 390 calories, 30g fat, 15g saturated fat, 165mg cholesterol, 580mg sodium, 18g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 2g sugar, 13g protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: quiche, brunch, French, eggs, bacon