Classic Quiche Lorraine Recipe

Indulge in the rich flavors of the classic Quiche Lorraine with this easy and delicious recipe. Made with a flaky pie crust, savory bacon, creamy cheese, and a custard filling, this quiche is the perfect dish for brunch or a light lunch. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

• 1 pie crust
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish. Trim the excess crust.
3. In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove it from the skillet and crumble into small pieces.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.
5. Sprinkle the bacon, shredded Gruyere cheese, and chopped chives over the pie crust.
6. Pour the egg mixture over the filling in the pie crust.
7. Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before cutting into slices.
9. Serve the quiche warm or at room temperature.

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