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Bacon and Cheddar Quiche

Delicious Bacon and Cheddar Quiche for Effortless Brunch Fun

This Bacon and Cheddar Quiche combines crispy bacon and gooey cheddar for an effortlessly delicious brunch experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust Use store-bought for ease or make your own.
For the Filling
  • 6 strips bacon Cook until crispy; crumble for even distribution.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese Freshly shredded for optimal melt and flavor.
  • 1 cup baby spinach Optional, adds freshness and complements richness.
  • 5 large eggs Using room temperature helps with emulsification.
  • 1 cup half and half Can substitute with whole milk or plant-based milk.
  • to taste salt Adjust to elevate the flavor.
  • to taste black pepper Adjust to elevate the flavor.
For Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Hollandaise sauce Enhances richness for special occasions.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pie pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat for about 8–10 minutes until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease and cool before crumbling.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place the unbaked crust in a pie pan. Pre-bake the crust for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  3. Allow the crust to cool for about 2 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Layer crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and spinach evenly in the cooled crust.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together room temperature eggs, half and half, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  6. Lower the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and pour the custard mixture over the layers in the crust. Bake for 35–45 minutes until edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
  7. Once baked, allow the quiche to rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, pre-bake the crust and use room temperature eggs. Allow quiche to rest before slicing for clean cuts.

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