Best Quiche Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
50 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
406 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Breakfast
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Cuisine
American
Best Quiche Recipe
Description
Best Quiche Recipe starts with a softened pie crust placed in a 9-inch glass pie plate, its edges double-folded and crimped for a neat finish. The bottom layer consists of cooked and crumbled bacon topped with a mixture of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. The filling is a smooth custard made from slightly beaten eggs mixed with milk, salt, and pepper, poured evenly over the bacon and cheese.
During baking at 350°F, the egg custard sets fully while the cheeses melt, binding the savory bacon and creating a creamy interior against the crisp pie crust. The mixture is baked until a knife inserted comes out clean, ensuring a firm but tender quiche. Letting it rest before slicing helps the filling finish setting and makes serving easier.
This quiche is suitable for meals throughout the day and pairs well with a simple salad or steamed vegetables. It can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking, or leftovers can be stored chilled or frozen for longer periods. Variations include adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms, or different cheeses and meats for flavor adjustments.
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust softened as directed on the box
- 1 cup milk
- 4 egg slightly beaten
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the pie crust in a shallow 9-inch glass pie plate. Double-fold the edges of the crust and crimp.
- Add 8 slices of cooked and crumbled bacon and cheese to the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a medium bowl, mix milk, slightly beaten eggs, salt, and pepper, then pour over the bacon and cheese.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a knife, inserted in the center, comes out clean. Let set for 5-10 minutes before cutting.
Notes
- Partially bake the crust with pie weights to prevent sogginess before adding filling if preferred.
- Uncooked quiche can be stored covered in the fridge up to 24 hours before baking; let it sit at room temperature 30 minutes prior to baking.
- Leftover quiche stores in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or can be frozen for 2-3 months.
- Variations include adding spinach and feta, ham and Swiss, tomatoes and basil, Southwest-style ingredients, or sautéed mushrooms and Gruyère cheese for different flavors.
- Sauté mushrooms in butter before adding to the quiche to reduce moisture and enhance flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 406 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 406kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 154mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 672mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 436IU | 9% |
| Calcium | 249mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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