THE BEST QUICHE LORRAINE

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Nestled in a buttery, rustic crust, this quiche is filled with sweet onions, bacon bits and cheese. It's truly the best quiche Lorraine recipe. -Shannon Norris, Cudahy, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Dough for single-crust deep-dish pie
1 package (12 ounces) thick-sliced bacon strips, coarsely chopped
3 large sweet onions, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 14-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-in. springform pan; press firmly against bottom and sides. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon in pan. Add onions to drippings; cook and stir over medium heat until caramelized, 20-25 minutes. Stir in thyme, pepper and nutmeg; remove from the heat. Cool slightly. Stir in cheeses and reserved bacon; spoon into crust. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and cream until blended; pour over top. Place springform pan on a rimmed baking sheet., Bake on a lower oven rack until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 75-85 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 15 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife. Remove rim from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671 calories, Fat 49g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 308mg cholesterol, Sodium 841mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Fraz Fraz
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This quiche is amazing! I love the combination of flavors.


Saleena Adhikary
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I highly recommend this quiche. It's delicious and easy to make.


Lindi Mahlangu
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This quiche is a keeper! It's one of my favorite recipes.


Benhur Wendi Eri
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my go-to quiche recipe.


snapbeasty
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This quiche is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Karimi Naeem
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I love that this quiche is made with whole wheat flour. It makes it a bit healthier than traditional quiche.


Cynthia Opany
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This quiche is so versatile. You can add any type of vegetables or cheese that you like. It's a great way to use up leftovers.


Darlington Armstrong
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I've made this quiche several times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you're in a pinch.


bhekk Gurung
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This quiche is perfect for a quick and easy meal. I love that I can just throw it together in the morning and have it ready for dinner.


Larry Jarvis
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I'm not a huge fan of quiche, but this one is really good. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and flavorful.


Gonzaga byariamaana
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This quiche is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I've made it with broccoli, cauliflower, and even sweet potatoes, and it's always delicious.


Trey Brymer
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I made this quiche for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe.


Basah Mia
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This quiche was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfect, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this again.