Quiche (French-Inspired American Favorite)

A savory pie made with a buttery crust filled with eggs, cream, cheese, bacon, and vegetables. Though French in origin, quiche is a popular dish in American cafés, brunch menus, and family gatherings. Versatile and customizable, it can be enjoyed warm or cold.

01 Information

Grade

Serving

Calorie

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Medium

6 Servings

420 Kcal

15 Mins

40 Mins

55 Mins

02 Ingredients

  • 1 Pie Crust (store-bought or homemade)

  • 4 Large Eggs

  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (or Half-and-Half)

  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Swiss, Gruyère, or Cheddar)

  • 4 slices Bacon (cooked and crumbled)

  • ½ cup Spinach (fresh, chopped)

  • ½ cup Mushrooms (sliced, optional)

  • ½ Onion (diced, optional)

  • Salt (to taste)

  • Black Pepper (to taste)

  • Nutmeg (a pinch, optional)


03 Method

Step 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Place Pie Crust in a pie dish and prebake for 10 minutes.

Step 2
In a bowl, whisk Eggs, Cream, Salt, Pepper, and Nutmeg until smooth.

Step 3
Spread Bacon, Spinach, Mushrooms, and Onion evenly in the pie crust.

Step 4
Sprinkle with Shredded Cheese.

Step 5
Pour the Egg mixture over the fillings.

Step 6
Bake for 35–40 minutes until the filling is set and slightly golden.

Step 7
Cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or chilled.