Bacon, Leek And Cheddar Mini Quiches Recipe

Name: Bacon, Leek And Cheddar Mini Quiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup salted butter, softened; 3 oz cream cheese, softened; 4 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 lb bacon, diced; 1 1/2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts only; 2 None large eggs; 1 cup half-and-half; 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, at room temperature; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 pinch nutmeg; 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley; 2 tbsp finely diced roasted red pepper; 1 tbsp fresh snipped chives

Servings: persons

1/2 cup salted butter, softened
3 oz cream cheese, softened
4 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 lb bacon, diced
1 1/2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts only
2 None large eggs
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, at room temperature
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 pinch nutmeg
1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
2 tbsp finely diced roasted red pepper
1 tbsp fresh snipped chives

1
Mix together butter and cream cheese. Add Parmesan and flour and mix until combined. Shape into a log then divide into 24 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball. Lightly grease 2 - 12-cup mini muffin pans then line recesses using dough. Chill until ready to use.
2
In a large frying pan, cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels. Pour off all but 2 tbsp bacon fat from pan. Cook leeks over medium-low heat until softened. Season. Set aside.
3
In a blender, combine eggs, half-and-half, cheese, mustard and nutmeg. Blend until smooth. Season. Add parsley and leeks. Blend briefly. Distribute bacon between quiche shells. Pour custard over top and bake for 20-25 mins, until puffed and golden brown. Let cool for 5 mins. Garnish with diced roasted peppers and chives.

890

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup salted butter, softened, 3 oz cream cheese, softened, 4 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Bacon, Leek And Cheddar Mini Quiches 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.

Bacon, Leek And Cheddar Mini Quiches

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