Creamy Quiche Lorraine Wow Em
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of **Creamy Quiche Lorraine Wow Em**, a delightful classic with a velvety twist! This savory quiche showcases a flaky, buttery homemade crust filled with a luscious custard made from heavy cream, milk, and eggs, perfectly balanced with rich Gruyère cheese, crispy bacon, and sautéed onions. A hint of nutmeg adds subtle warmth, making each bite irresistible. Whether you're hosting brunch, enjoying a cozy dinner, or need an impressive crowd-pleaser, this quiche is sure to "wow" every guest at the table. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to six, it's the ultimate blend of classic comfort and gourmet elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, cut into small cubes)
- 3 tablespoons ice water
- 6 bacon strips (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (finely diced)
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons nutmeg (freshly grated, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
To make the crust, combine the flour and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or fingertips to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and gently mix until the dough just comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Fit it into a 9-inch tart pan, pressing the dough firmly into the edges. Trim excess dough. Chill the crust for another 15 minutes.
Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the parchment and weights, then bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
While the crust is baking, cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until softened and lightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, eggs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using) until well combined.
Sprinkle the cooked bacon, sautéed onions, and shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the baked crust.
Pour the custard mixture into the crust, ensuring it fills evenly without overflowing.
Bake the quiche in the oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3880 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 313.8 g | 402% | |
| Saturated Fat | 174.5 g | 872% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1565 mg | 522% | |
| Sodium | 4248 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 109.1 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 1463 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1205 mg | 26% | |
*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.
