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Caramelized Onion and Bacon Quiche

A rich and savory quiche made with caramelized onions and crispy bacon, perfect for brunch or a satisfying snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie Crust
  • 1 ready-made ready-made pie crust Store-bought or homemade
Filling
  • 6 large eggs Large eggs for binding
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a rich texture
  • 8 oz thick-cut bacon Crispy and flavorful
  • 2 medium yellow onions Preferably yellow for sweetness
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded Classic choice for quiche
  • to taste salt For seasoning
  • to taste black pepper For seasoning
  • a pinch nutmeg Optional, for added flavor
  • 2 tbsp butter For cooking onions

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. If using homemade, prepare the pie crust with cold butter and a pinch of salt. Chill after fitting into pie pan.
  2. Blind-bake the crust for about 10 minutes to avoid a soggy bottom.
Caramelize the Onions
  1. In a wide pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt, then cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 30-40 minutes until deep brown and sweet.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  2. Add the crispy bacon, cooked onions, and shredded Gruyere cheese to the egg mixture.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center just jiggles.

Notes

Quiche can be made ahead of time and is better the next day. Try different fillings like ham or vegetables for variations.