Description
Homestyle Bacon and Cheese Quiche: A Savory Slice of Comfort is an irresistible dish that combines a flaky crust, crispy bacon, and rich cheddar cheese to create a delightful meal suitable for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 slices of chopped bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Nutmeg
- Optional fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Fit your pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease.
- Layer half the cheese in the crust, followed by the cooked bacon. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth. Pour this mixture over the layers in the crust and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (135g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg