Follow these steps for perfect results
pastry for single crust
unbaked
bacon
crisp
bacon drippings
reserved
onion
thinly sliced
flour
all-purpose
Swiss cheese
shredded
eggs
beaten
light cream
milk
salt
nutmeg
ground
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Prepare pastry for a single crust pie.
Cook bacon until crisp and crumble.
Reserve bacon drippings and cook sliced onion in it until tender.
In a large bowl, mix eggs, milk, cream, flour, salt, and nutmeg.
Stir in the crumbled bacon, cooked onion, and shredded Swiss cheese.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pastry shell.
Cover the edges of the crust with foil to prevent overbrowning, if needed.
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Blind bake the crust for a crispier base.
Use high-quality bacon for the best flavor.
Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing for easier serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve warm, sliced into wedges. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve with fresh fruit.
Complements the richness of the quiche.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A classic French dish often served at brunch or lunch.
Discover more delicious French Brunch recipes to expand your culinary repertoire
A savory French Bacon Quiche Tart with a flaky pastry crust and a creamy, cheesy filling. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a tea-time snack.
A classic French quiche with a savory custard filling, bacon, and Swiss cheese.
A classic savory quiche with a rich filling of Swiss cheese, bacon, and cream.
A savory custard baked in a pie crust, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. This quiche recipe features a creamy egg filling with your choice of meat and spices.
A savory quiche featuring a blend of Swiss cheese, ground beef, bacon, mushrooms, onions, and spinach in a creamy egg custard, baked in a flaky pie shell.
A classic French quiche with a savory custard filling, bacon, and Swiss cheese.
A savory egg custard baked in a crust, often with cheese, vegetables, or meat.
A savory quiche featuring bacon, ham, Swiss and Cheddar cheeses, and a creamy egg custard.