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Quiche Lorraine
From Dorothy McNett's Recipe Book at www.dorothymcnett.com. So many variations! The original did not contain any cheese, just eggs and bacon or ham. I like this method of microwaving the crust a few minutes before adding the filling as it partially "sets" the crust, thus keeping it more crispy and less soggy after the quiche has been baked. Or, the whole quiche can be totally baked in the 375 degree oven for about 40-45 minutes if you prefer.
1 recipe for single pie crust
6 slices bacon, cooked
6-8 oz. Swiss or Gruyere cheese, grated
2 cups half and half
4 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
freshly ground peppercorns
a few gratings of nutmeg
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prepare the pie crust recipe and fit into the bottom of a ceramic or glass quiche or pie dish. With a fork, pierce the shell in many places. Microwave on high 4 minutes to partially bake the crust. Crumble the bacon and arrange it along with the grated cheese in the bottom of the pie shell. In batter bowl, whisk the eggs, half and half and seasonings. Pour into the shell. Bake 35-40 minutes.
Recipe created 2005-05-02.
