Rustic Smoky Bacon Quiche

A French-inspired quiche using Scottish cheddar and smoked bacon, featuring a crisp homemade buttery pastry crust and creamy filling.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1063 kcals 4252 kcals
Carbohydrates 49.6 grams 198.5 grams
Fat 83.7 grams 334.8 grams
Protein 28.1 grams 112.4 grams
Cook Time
50 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
150
g
Unsalted Butter
cut into cubes
1
piece
Egg
free-range
20
g
Unsalted Butter
for frying
60
g
Cheddar
strong Scottish, grated
250
ml
2
piece
Egg
free-range
2
piece
Egg Yolk
free-range
GrainsCereals
Meat
80
g
Smoked Bacon
cut into matchsticks
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
2
piece
Garlic
cloves
Vegetables
1
piece
White Onion
finely chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Rub the butter and flour together in a bowl until they reach a breadcrumb texture.
  • Mix in the egg and salt, wrap in cling film, and chill for 10 minutes.
  • Roll the pastry to fit a 18cm tart tin and chill for another 10 minutes.
  • Blind bake the pastry shell with weights for 15 minutes, then for 10 minutes without weights until dry.
  • Fry the bacon, garlic, and onion in butter until softened and golden-brown.
  • Whisk the cream, eggs, and egg yolks together in a bowl.
  • Layer bacon mixture and cheese in the case, pour the eggs over, and top with more cheese.
  • Bake for 30 minutes until the filling is just set.