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Quiche Lorraine

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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. It’s 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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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 1623.0
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. It’s 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
  • 12 ounce Bacon, cut crosswise into
  • 3/4 Inch pieces
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and place a baking sheet on the lowest rack to heat.
  2. 2
    Cook bacon in a skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  3. 3
    On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a 13-inch square.
  4. 4
    Fit the pastry into an 8-inch deep-dish quiche pan or porcelain dish, pressing it gently into the corners.
  5. 5
    Roll a rolling pin over the top of the pan to trim the pastry flush with the rim.
  6. 6
    In a bowl, whisk eggs until combined, then whisk in crème fraîche, salt, and nutmeg until smooth.
  7. 7
    Pour the egg mixture through a fine sieve into the pastry shell to ensure a silky texture.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle the crispy bacon evenly over the filling, then top with coarsely grated Gruyère cheese.
  9. 9
    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.
  10. 10
    Transfer the quiche to a rack and let it cool to warm or room temperature before serving.
  11. 11
    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.

Keywords: quiche, lorraine, french, bacon, gruyere, custard, breakfast, brunch, puff pastry, eggs, creme fraiche, savory pie, comfort food, classic recipe, easy dinner, pot pie
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