Crustless Quiche Lorraine
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Crustless Quiche Lorraine
Description
Crustless Quiche Lorraine removes the traditional pastry shell, focusing on a filling made of eggs, heavy cream, cooked bacon, chopped onion, and grated Gruyere cheese. The bacon adds a smoky, savory note, while the Gruyere contributes a creamy, slightly sweet, and nutty flavor. Baking the mixture in a greased pie plate creates a set, tender custard with a golden top and puffed edges.
The absence of crust makes this quiche lighter and simpler to prepare, with the combination of seasonings like white pepper and cayenne adding subtle spice without overpowering the filling. The onions included add a mild sweetness and texture contrast.
The quiche is ideal for breakfast or brunch slices and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator and freeze nicely, making it easy to enjoy later meals by reheating gently to preserve texture. Covering the edges with foil during baking helps prevent excessive browning while ensuring even cooking through the center.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter for pan
- 8 ounces Bacon cooked and chopped; 2.5 ounces cooked weight
- 4 egg large
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ⅛ teaspoon white pepper black pepper is fine, but will be visible on the quiche
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ onion medium, chopped; 2 ounces
- 3 ounces gruyere cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie plate with butter.
- Cook the bacon until crisp and chop it. It's easy to cook it in the microwave in two batches.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, white pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Fold in the chopped cooked bacon, onions, and grated cheese. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie plate and gently mix to evenly distribute the bacon pieces.
- Bake until the quiche is puffed and golden, and a toothpick inserted in its center comes out clean, 30-40 minutes.
- Cool the quiche for 30 minutes in the pan on a cooling rack, then slice it into 8 slices and serve.
Notes
- Salt is typically unnecessary since bacon and cheese provide enough seasoning, but ¼ teaspoon can be added if desired.
- Check doneness at 30 minutes; cover edges with foil if browning too quickly and continue baking until fully set.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, reheating gently at half power in the microwave.
- Freeze cooked slices in freezer bags for up to three months and thaw before reheating gently.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 177kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 309mg | 13% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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