Name: Quiche Lorraine with Caramelized Onions
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: French cuisine
Ingredients: 1 pcs pie crust (9-inch, pre-made or homemade); 6 oz bacon (diced); 2 pcs onions (medium, thinly sliced); 4 pcs eggs (large); 1.5 cup heavy cream; 1.5 cup emmental cheese (shredded (or Gruyère)); 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground); 0.125 tsp nutmeg (ground); 1 tbsp butter

A golden-brown quiche filled with creamy custard, smoky bacon, and sweet caramelized onions sits in a rustic pie dish, ready for serving.

Prep: 30 min • Cook: 60 min. An elevated Quiche Lorraine featuring sweet caramelized onions alongside the traditional bacon and cheese, complementing the savory custard. This rich and flavorful quiche is perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, offering a delightful twist on a classic French staple.

Preparation time: 30 min
Cooking time: 1 hr
Total time: 1 hr 30 min
Servings: 8

Instructions

Preparation

1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate. Crimp the edges as desired.
2In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
3Add 1 tablespoon of butter and the thinly sliced onions to the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, or until deeply golden brown and caramelized.

Assembly and Baking

1Sprinkle half of the shredded Emmental cheese evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
2Distribute the cooked bacon and caramelized onions over the cheese in the pie crust.
3In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.
4Carefully pour the egg mixture over the bacon, onions, and cheese in the pie crust.
5Sprinkle the remaining shredded Emmental cheese over the top of the quiche.
6Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the center is just set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
7Remove from the oven and let the quiche cool on a wire rack for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the custard to fully set.

Instructions

Preparation

1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate. Crimp the edges as desired.
2In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
3Add 1 tablespoon of butter and the thinly sliced onions to the skillet. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, or until deeply golden brown and caramelized.

Assembly and Baking

1Sprinkle half of the shredded Emmental cheese evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
2Distribute the cooked bacon and caramelized onions over the cheese in the pie crust.
3In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until well combined.
4Carefully pour the egg mixture over the bacon, onions, and cheese in the pie crust.
5Sprinkle the remaining shredded Emmental cheese over the top of the quiche.
6Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the center is just set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
7Remove from the oven and let the quiche cool on a wire rack for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the custard to fully set.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 451 kcal
Protein: 18 g
Fat: 32 g
Carbs: 23 g

Nutrient	Per serving
Calories	451 kcal
Protein	18 g
Fat	32 g
Carbs	23 g

Tips

For perfectly caramelized onions, cook them slowly over low heat to bring out their natural sweetnes
If the crust browns too quickly, loosely cover the edges of the quiche with aluminum foil.
Serve quiche warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a simple green salad on the side.