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Lorraine Quiche

A buttery crust filled with creamy goodness where crispy bacon meets 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: 6 servings
Course: Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food, French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pie crust 1 pie crust
  • 6 slices 6 slices of bacon, chopped Cooked until crispy
  • 1 cup 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 3 large 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional) Adds warmth
  • as needed Chopped parsley for garnish (optional) Adds color

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and pre-bake it 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.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Scatter the cooked bacon and shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the pre-baked crust.
  2. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese.
  3. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is slightly golden.
  4. Let it cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Don't skip pre-baking the crust to ensure it's crispy! Serve with a fresh salad and fruit for a delightful meal.