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Delicious Lorraine Quiche with eggs, cheese, and creamy filling in a golden crust

Lorraine Quiche

A delightful savory quiche featuring a flaky pie crust, crispy bacon, and melty Gruyère cheese, perfect for brunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pie crust 1 pie crust Store-bought or homemade
  • 6 slices 6 slices of bacon, chopped Cook until crispy
  • 1 cup 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded You can substitute with other cheeses if desired
  • 3 large 3 large eggs Ensure they are well whisked
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or low-fat milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional) Adds a nice flavor profile
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional) For a pop of color when serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and pre-bake for 10 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  5. Scatter the cooked bacon and shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the pre-baked crust.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is slightly golden.
  2. Let it cool slightly before slicing.
  3. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

This quiche can be stored in the fridge for about 3-4 days. You can also freeze it before baking and cook it straight from the freezer when needed.