Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

Dry bread crumbs

10 slice

Bacon

cooked and crumbled

1 cup

Mild Cheddar cheese

shredded

1 unit

Onion

finely chopped

0.5 unit

Sweet green pepper

diced

1 cup

Corn kernels

0.25 tsp

Pepper

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Cayenne pepper

0.5 cup

All-purpose flour

1 tsp

Baking powder

2 tbsp

Shortening

4 unit

Eggs

2 cup

Milk

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350F (180C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grease a 10-inch quiche pan or pie plate.

Step 3
~4 min

Sprinkle the greased pan with dry bread crumbs.

Step 4
~4 min

Cook bacon until crispy and crumble into small pieces.

Step 5
~4 min

Finely chop the onion.

Step 6
~4 min

Dice half of a sweet green pepper.

Step 7
~4 min

In a bowl, combine crumbled bacon, shredded Cheddar cheese, chopped onion, diced green pepper, corn kernels, pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.

Step 8
~4 min

Sprinkle the bacon mixture over the bread crumbs in the prepared pan.

Step 9
~4 min

In a separate bowl, stir together all-purpose flour and baking powder.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~4 min

Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.

Step 11
~4 min

Add eggs and milk to the flour mixture.

Step 12
~4 min

Whisk until smooth.

Step 13
~4 min

Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese mixture in the pan.

Step 14
~4 min

Bake in the preheated 350F (180C) oven for 45 to 50 minutes.

Step 15
~4 min

Check for doneness by inserting a knife near the center; it should come out clean.

Step 16
~4 min

Let the pie stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier pie, add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes.

You can use frozen corn instead of fresh corn. Make sure to thaw and drain it before adding it to the mixture.

Add a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (bacon and cheese)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Family Gatherings
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Potluck
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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