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mother's day Quiche Lorraine

Mother's Day Quiche Lorraine: A Savory Gift from the Heart

This Mother's Day Quiche Lorraine is a delightful savory dish combining creamy custard and crispy bacon, perfect for brunch occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Brunch
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 batch Basic Pie Dough Store-bought options can save time!
For the Filling
  • 4 slices Bacon, Chopped Try turkey bacon for a leaner twist.
  • 4 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for the best results.
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half Substitute with milk for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Grated Nutmeg Freshly grated is best for vibrant flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste for ideal flavor balance.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste for ideal flavor balance.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Chives Replace with green onions or leave out entirely.
  • 2 cups Swiss or Gruyère Cheese, Grated Cheddar works well as a flavorful alternative.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • tart or pie pan
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Pie Dough: Roll out chilled basic pie dough until about 1/8 inch thick, fit into a tart or pie pan, trim any excess, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook Bacon: In a skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until crispy. Drain excess fat on a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. Make Custard Mixture: Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, nutmeg, salt, and pepper for about 2 minutes until smooth and pale yellow.
  4. Assemble Quiche: Spread cooked bacon in the pie crust, pour custard mixture over it, and sprinkle cheese and chives on top.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake assembled quiche for 30-35 minutes until custard is set and top is golden brown.
  6. Cool and Slice: Let the quiche cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allowing the quiche to cool for 10 minutes post-baking makes it easier to slice and enhances the flavors as they meld together.

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