Classic Quiche

Quiche Lorraine is a popular variation of the classic quiche, which originated in the Lorraine region of France and traditionally includes bacon and cheese.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Classic Quiche

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1920

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 6 ounce Pie Crust
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• ¹⁄₄ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 cup Gruyere Cheese
• 6 slices cooked and crumbled Bacon
• ¹⁄₄ cup chopped Green Onions

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
4. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the pie crust.
5. Layer the bacon and green onions over the cheese.
6. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and green onions.
7. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown.
9. Allow the quiche to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.