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Best Ever Bacon & Cheese Quiche

A rich and creamy classic quiche made with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a silky egg custard in a flaky crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American, French
Servings 6 slices
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Pie dish
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1 pie crust 9-inch, homemade or store-bought

Filling

  • 6 eggs large
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese cheddar or Gruyère
  • 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
  • Cook bacon until crispy, drain, and crumble.
  • Whisk eggs and cream together until smooth.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Sprinkle bacon and cheese evenly into the crust.
  • Pour egg mixture over fillings.
  • Bake 35–40 minutes until center is just set.
  • Cool 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Let the quiche rest before slicing for the cleanest cuts and best texture.
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