{"id":4438,"date":"2025-04-09T21:51:10","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T21:51:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/?p=4438"},"modified":"2025-04-09T21:51:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T21:51:12","slug":"classic-bacon-and-cheese-quiche","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/2025\/04\/09\/classic-bacon-and-cheese-quiche\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Bacon and Cheese Quiche"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Classic Bacon and Cheese Quiche<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"765\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"4439\" src=\"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_3800-1-765x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_3800-1-765x1024.jpeg 765w, https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_3800-1-224x300.jpeg 224w, https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_3800-1-768x1027.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_3800-1.jpeg 1060w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 765px) 100vw, 765px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quiche is a savory open-faced pie originating in France, but beloved all over the world. A perfect blend of eggs, cream, cheese, and other fillings (like bacon or veggies), it&#8217;s baked into a flaky pie crust until set and golden. This bacon and cheese version is rich, indulgent, and incredibly comforting \u2014 the perfect meal for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For the crust:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional: 1 egg white for brushing (keeps the crust crisp)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For the filling:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 small onion, finely diced (optional for flavor)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 1\/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of Swiss\/Gruy\u00e8re and cheddar)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 large eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 1\/2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon ground black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional, classic in French quiche)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh or dried parsley for garnish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2060<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step-by-Step Formation:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preheat oven<\/strong> to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C). Roll out your pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Prick the base with a fork and pre-bake for 8 minutes. Optional: brush with beaten egg white to prevent sogginess.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cook bacon<\/strong> in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels, then crumble.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If using, <strong>saut\u00e9 onions<\/strong> in a little bacon fat until soft and golden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In a bowl, <strong>whisk eggs<\/strong>, cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sprinkle bacon, onions, and shredded cheese evenly into the pie crust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pour egg mixture<\/strong> over the top slowly to distribute evenly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake 35\u201340 minutes or until the center is set and a knife comes out clean.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with parsley.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Methods<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two traditional methods for quiche:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Blind baking<\/strong> the crust ensures it doesn\u2019t get soggy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Custard base<\/strong> (egg and cream) should be gently whisked for a creamy texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Customize it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Swap bacon for sausage or veggies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use milk instead of cream for a lighter version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>History<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The word &#8220;quiche&#8221; comes from the German word <em>Kuchen<\/em> meaning cake. The dish hails from the Lorraine region of France, originally made with bread dough and called <strong>Quiche Lorraine<\/strong> \u2014 filled with eggs, cream, and bacon. Over time, cheese was added and the crust became pastry-based. By the 20th century, it had crossed over into England and America as a brunch staple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>High Protein<\/strong> from eggs and bacon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calcium-rich<\/strong> thanks to all that delicious cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customizable<\/strong> to be gluten-free, vegetarian, or low-carb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meal prep friendly<\/strong> \u2014 perfect for reheating all week long!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nutrition<\/strong> <em>(Per Slice, approx. based on 8 slices)<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Calories: 390 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protein: 14g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carbohydrates: 8g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fat: 32g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fiber: 0.5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sugar: 1g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calcium: 200mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quiche Lovers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brunch Enthusiasts<\/strong>: It\u2019s a staple of every fancy brunch table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meal Preppers<\/strong>: Make it Sunday, enjoy all week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Busy Moms &amp; Dads<\/strong>: One dish, minimal cleanup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cheese Addicts<\/strong>: That melty, golden top is irresistible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Quiche is proof that simple ingredients can make something extraordinary. The flaky crust, the velvety custard, the smoky bacon, and the cheesy goodness \u2014 it\u2019s a <em>hug in a pie shell<\/em>. Whether you\u2019re hosting a brunch, need a comforting dinner, or just craving something warm and hearty, <strong>this bacon and cheese quiche always delivers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;d like variations \u2014 spinach-mushroom, broccoli-cheddar, ham and Swiss, or crustless low-carb \u2014 I can whip those up too. Want to freeze it or meal prep? I got your back there as well!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Classic Bacon and Cheese Quiche Introduction Quiche is a savory open-faced pie originating in France, but beloved all over the world. A perfect blend of eggs, cream, cheese, and other fillings (like bacon or veggies), it&#8217;s baked into a flaky pie crust until set and golden. This bacon and cheese version is rich, indulgent, and &#8230; <a title=\"Classic Bacon and Cheese Quiche\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/2025\/04\/09\/classic-bacon-and-cheese-quiche\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Classic Bacon and Cheese Quiche\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4439,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4438","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4438","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4438"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4438\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4440,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4438\/revisions\/4440"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4439"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4438"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4438"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yum.familyfreshrecipes.com\/wp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4438"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}