Asparagus, Cherry Pepper and Bacon Quiche Recipe

Name: Asparagus, Cherry Pepper and Bacon Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Store-bought or homemade pie dough; 1/3 cup chopped roasted asparagus; 1/3 cup roughly chopped jarred cherry peppers; 1/3 cup sauteed sliced onions; 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon; 3/4 to 1 cup shredded jarlsberg cheese; 3 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups heavy cream, half-and-half or milk; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika or chile powder, or some grated lemon zest (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a 9-inch pie plate with pie dough and crimp as desired; chill 30 minutes.
2
Line with foil, then fill with pie weights or dried beans.
3
Bake until the crust is set, about 20 minutes.
4
Remove the foil and weights and continue baking until lightly golden, 5 to 10 more minutes.
5
Let cool while you prepare the filling.
6
Make the filling: Put the asparagus, cherry peppers and onions in a large bowl.
7
Add the bacon and jarlsberg and toss to combine.
8
Whisk the eggs, heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl.
9
Stir in the paprika, chile powder or lemon zest, if desired.
10
Spread the vegetable-cheese mixture in the crust, then pour the egg mixture on top.
11
Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake until the filling is set, 40 to 50 minutes.
12
Let cool at least 30 minutes before slicing.
13
Photograph by Andrew Purcell

621

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Store-bought or homemade pie dough, 1/3 cup chopped roasted asparagus, 1/3 cup roughly chopped jarred cherry peppers, 1/3 cup sauteed sliced onions, and more.

Yes, Asparagus, Cherry Pepper and Bacon Quiche falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Asparagus, Cherry Pepper and Bacon Quiche

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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