Cottage Cheese Quiche Lorraine
Elevate your brunch game with this delectable Cottage Cheese Quiche Lorraine, a lighter twist on the classic French dish. Featuring a buttery, flaky pie crust filled with a creamy cottage cheese and egg base, this quiche is packed with savory layers of shredded Gruyère, smoky crumbled bacon, and sautéed onions. A hint of nutmeg and fresh parsley add a touch of elegance, while the fluffy texture from cottage cheese sets it apart from traditional quiches. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for entertaining or a cozy weekend meal. Bake until the top is golden and serve warm or at room temperature for a comforting dish that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner, this quiche is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch Pie crust
- 1 cup Cottage cheese
- 4 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 1 cup Shredded Gruyère cheese
- 6 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Chopped yellow onion
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the 9-inch pie crust in a pie dish and crimp the edges if desired. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.
Blind bake the pie crust by lining it with parchment paper and filling it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment, and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, and milk until smooth.
Stir in the shredded Gruyère cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped onion, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Pour the mixture into the partially baked pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Place the quiche in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.3 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.0 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 973 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 4379 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.8 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 1410 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1092 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
