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Bacon Leek Quiche

Bacon leek quiche is an amazing recipe that combines the rich flavors of bacon, the mild sweetness of leeks, and the creamy texture of eggs and cheese.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 294 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French , Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 1 leek
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp Creme Fraiche
  • 1 cup milk
  • 100 gr Bacon
  • 1 short crust pastry
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tsp grated nutmeg
  • ½ glass white wine
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Dice the bacon.
  2. Cook the bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until crispy.
  3. Clean the leeks and slice them into strips.
  4. Cook the sliced leeks in the same pan used for the bacon.
  5. Deglaze with half a glass of white wine.
  6. Let the wine evaporate and cook the leeks until they become soft.
  7. Let the bacon and leeks cool.
  8. Break the whole eggs into a large bowl.
  9. Whisk the eggs with a whisk.
  10. Add the milk and creme fraiche.
  11. Add salt, pepper, and freshly grated nutmeg.
  12. Add the bacon and leeks.
  13. In an 8-inch quiche pan, press the shortcrust pastry firmly.
  14. Make small holes with a fork in the shortcrust pastry.
  15. Pour the mixture into the quiche pan.
  16. Ensure that the entire mixture is evenly distributed.
  17. Grate a generous amount of Parmesan cheese on top to create a beautiful crust.
  18. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C/375°F for 45 minutes.
  19. Serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 294kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 101mg (34%) Sodium 417mg (17%) Potassium 200mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 476IU (10%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 102mg (10%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 294

% Daily Value*

Calories 294kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 101mg 34%
Sodium 417mg 17%
Potassium 200mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 476IU 10%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 102mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.