Ceilidh Cheese Pie

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Scrumptious Ceilidh Cheese Pie recipe

by The Chefin Pie

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

500

Sugar

Fat

45g

Ceilidh Cheese Pie is a traditional Scottish dish that is popular all over the world. It is best described as a hearty cheese quiche with bacon bits mixed in, baked in a flaky pie crust. The cheese used in this recipe is a combination of colby and Monterey jack, which gives the dish a unique flavor. The addition of horseradish and bacon bits adds a nice kick to the dish. This dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold, making it a great recipe for leftovers.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a skillet cook bacon over medium-low heat until crisp and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Crumble bacon after it has cooled.
3.	In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, horseradish and milk until smooth.
4.	In a separate bowl, mix together shredded cheese and flour. Pour the cheese mixture into the egg mixture and stir well.
5.	Add bacon bits to the mixture and fold in gently.
6.	Transfer mixture to the pie crust and spread evenly.
7.	Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown on top and cooked through.

PROS

Ceilidh Cheese Pie is easy to make, hearty, and satisfying.

It has a flavorful combination of cheese and bacon that makes it absolutely delicious.

CONS

This recipe is high in saturated fat and sodium due to the presence of cheese and bacon.
It’s not recommended for people on a low-fat or low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish may not be the healthiest option, but it can be enjoyed occasionally. Cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which are essential for building and maintaining strong bones and muscles.

	3/4 lb colby-monterey jack cheese , shredded
	1/4 lb bacon
	1 tablespoon flour
	6 eggs
	1 tablespoon milk
	1 tablespoon horseradish
	1 pie crusts