Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Swiss)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon, sausage, or ham (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and cream.
- Stir in cheese, salt, pepper, thyme, and cooked meat (if using).
- Pour egg mixture into pie crust.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until center is set.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Interesting Facts
- Quiche is a savory egg dish that originated in France.
- The name “quiche” comes from the German word for cake.
- Quiche can be served hot or cold.
- Quiche can be made with a variety of different ingredients such as vegetables, cheeses, and meats.