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This classic Quiche Lorraine is the epitome of French comfort food, featuring a buttery puff pastry crust filled with a creamy, savory custard. The star ingredients are crispy bacon bits and sharp Gruyère cheese, balanced by the rich tang of crème fraîche and a hint of nutmeg. The texture is perfectly balanced between the flaky, golden crust and the silky, set egg filling. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet simple dish that works beautifully for brunch, a light lunch, or a sophisticated dinner party centerpiece. Serve it warm or at room temperature for maximum flavor.
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Quiche Lorraine
Description
This classic Quiche Lorraine is the epitome of French comfort food, featuring a buttery puff pastry crust filled with a creamy, savory custard. The star ingredients are crispy bacon bits and sharp Gruyère cheese, balanced by the rich tang of crème fraîche and a hint of nutmeg. The texture is perfectly balanced between the flaky, golden crust and the silky, set egg filling. ItâÂÂs an elegant yet simple dish that works beautifully for brunch, a light lunch, or a sophisticated dinner party centerpiece. Serve it warm or at room temperature for maximum flavor.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC) and place a baking sheet on the lowest rack to heat.
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Cook bacon in a skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a 13-inch square.
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Fit the pastry into an 8-inch deep-dish quiche pan or porcelain dish, pressing it gently into the corners.
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Roll a rolling pin over the top of the pan to trim the pastry flush with the rim.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs until combined, then whisk in crème fraîche, salt, and nutmeg until smooth.
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Pour the egg mixture through a fine sieve into the pastry shell to ensure a silky texture.
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Sprinkle the crispy bacon evenly over the filling, then top with coarsely grated Gruyère cheese.
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Place the quiche on the preheated baking sheet in the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Transfer the quiche to a rack and let it cool to warm or room temperature before serving.
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If using a removable pan, remove the rim before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1623.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 126.0g194%
- Saturated Fat 42.0g210%
- Cholesterol 138.0mg46%
- Sodium 5151.0mg215%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.2g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 1.5g
- Protein 111.0g223%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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