Classic Quiche Aux Lardons Recipe

Name: Classic Quiche Aux Lardons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Short-crust dough (see recipe), rolled and chilled in a 9 1/2-inch tart pan; 3 large eggs; 3/4 cup creme fraiche; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Black pepper, to taste; About 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg; Pinch cayenne; 1/4 pound thick-cut bacon, sliced into 1/4-inch lardons; 2 ounces grated Gruyere, optional

Servings: persons

Short-crust dough (see recipe), rolled and chilled in a 9 1/2-inch tart pan
3 large eggs
3/4 cup creme fraiche
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Black pepper, to taste
About 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Pinch cayenne
1/4 pound thick-cut bacon, sliced into 1/4-inch lardons
2 ounces grated Gruyere, optional

1
Bake chilled dough in a 9 1/2-inch tart pan at 375 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly browned.
2
Patch any small holes with leftover dough.
3
Cool.
4
Make the custard: in mixing bowl, beat eggs.
5
Whisk in creme fraiche, milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg and cayenne.
6
Set aside.
7
Put bacon in small saucepan, cover with water and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
8
Simmer for about 5 minutes or until tender, then drain and cool slightly.
9
Set tart pan on a baking sheet.
10
Sprinkle bacon evenly over bottom of pastry.
11
Add Gruyere if using.
12
Beat custard once more and carefully pour into tart shell.
13
Bake at 375 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes, until top is golden and custard is set.
14
Cool for 10 minutes.
15
Serve warm or at room temperature.

279

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Short-crust dough (see recipe), rolled and chilled in a 9 1/2-inch tart pan, 3 large eggs, 3/4 cup creme fraiche, 1/2 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Classic Quiche Aux Lardons 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.

Classic Quiche Aux Lardons

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