Bacon And Leek Quiche Recipe

Name: Bacon And Leek Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour; 8 tbsp (1 stick) cold butter, cubed; 1 None egg yolk; 1 tbsp oil; 4 slices bacon, chopped; 1 None leek, trimmed and sliced; 4 None eggs; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese; None None Arugula leaves, to serve

Servings: persons

1
Grease a 14 x 4-inch rectangular tart pan with removable bottom. Place on a baking pan.
2
Sift the flour into a large bowl. Rub in the butter, using your fingertips, until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the egg yolk and 1 tbsp water to form a pliable dough. Shape into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 mins.
3
Roll the pastry between two sheets of parchment paper. Press into the prepared pan and trim the edges. Prick the bottom lightly with a fork. Refrigerate for 30 mins.
4
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. Line the pastry shell with parchment paper and fill with baking beans or rice. Bake for 10 mins. Remove the paper and filling. Bake for a further 10 mins; cool.
5
Heat oil in a large skillet on high heat. Saute the bacon and leek for 4-5 mins. Sprinkle the bacon mixture over the bottom of the crust. Whisk the eggs, cream and cheese in a medium bowl. Season, then pour into the crust.
6
Bake for 35-40 mins, until golden and set. Serve topped with arugula.

898

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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: 1 1/2 cups flour, 8 tbsp (1 stick) cold butter, cubed, 1 None egg yolk, 1 tbsp oil, and more.

Yes, Bacon And Leek 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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Bacon And Leek Quiche

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