Quiche Lorraine Recipe

Name: Quiche Lorraine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (9-inch) pie shell (ready made or homemade); 1/4 to 1/2 lb. bacon; 2 c. half and half; 3 whole eggs; 1/4 tsp. salt (Crazy salt); 1/8 tsp. white ground pepper; several grates fresh nutmeg; 1/4 c. sliced sauteed mushrooms, sauteed with white Port wine; 1/2 red bell pepper; 1/2 c. diced Swiss cheese

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0.
2
Prepare a 9-inch pie shell.
3
Brush it with the white of an egg and prick it well.
4
Put in oven until lightly brown.
5
Saute mushrooms with wine, garlic and bell pepper; cook and drain fat from bacon.
6
Scald to hasten cooking time the 2 cups cream.
7
Add to this pepper, nutmeg and salt.
8
Allow to cool slightly and beat together with 3 eggs.
9
Sprinkle in the bottom of the pie shell the bacon and Swiss cheese.
10
Pour the custard mixture over it and bake at 375u00b0 for 35 to 40 minutes until top is golden brown.
11
Test for doneness as for custard.

425

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 (9-inch) pie shell (ready made or homemade), 1/4 to 1/2 lb. bacon, 2 c. half and half, 3 whole eggs, and more.

Yes, Quiche Lorraine 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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Quiche Lorraine

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Variations & substitutions

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