New Quiche Lorraine

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 8
New Quiche Lorraine recipe for a wholesome breakfast or brunch
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 slices bacon
1 frozen deep dish pie crust , thawed
1/2 cup diced white onion
1 clove garlic , minced
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup sour cream
4 large eggs , beaten
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
380
Sugar
2g
Fat
31g
Quiche Lorraine is a savory custard pie that originated in the Lorraine region of France. It traditionally consists of eggs, cream, bacon, and cheese baked in a pie crust. The dish has become popular all over the world and can be customized with various ingredients, such as spinach, mushrooms, and onions. This variation of Quiche Lorraine uses half-and-half and sour cream for a creamier texture and adds cayenne pepper for a spicy kick. The pie is easy to make and can be served for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. It can also be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy.
3.Remove bacon from skillet and drain excess grease. Add onion and garlic to the skillet, and cook until onion is translucent.
4.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together half-and-half, sour cream, eggs, Swiss cheese, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
5.Crumble the bacon and add it to the mixture. Stir in fresh parsley.
6.Pour mixture into the pie crust.
7.Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the filling is set.
8.Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

Quiche Lorraine is a classic French dish that is easy to make and highly customizable.
It makes for a hearty and wholesome breakfast or brunch option, and can even be eaten as a light lunch or dinner.

It can be served hot or cold, and can be made ahead of time for easy meal prep.

CONS

The pie crust can be high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The cayenne pepper may also be too spicy for some people’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs are a great source of protein and provide essential amino acids and vitamins. Swiss cheese is a good source of calcium and vitamin D. Parsley is rich in vitamin K and antioxidants.
However, due to the high fat content of the dish, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

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