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A golden brown Classic Quiche Lorraine sliced on a wooden board with fresh greens
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Classic French Quiche Lorraine

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 9 -inch unbaked pie crust (pâte brisée)
  • 200 g smoked bacon lardons, diced
  • 4 large egg s
  • 250 ml heavy cream
  • 250 ml whole milk
  • 100 g Gruy ère cheese, grated
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and blind bake the pastry crust for 10 minutes.
  • Sauté bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, then drain excess fat.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  • Distribute the cooked bacon and grated Gruyère cheese evenly across the bottom of the crust.
  • Pour the egg and cream custard over the fillings.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the center is set and the surface is golden brown.
  • Allow the quiche to rest for 10 minutes at room temperature before slicing.