Description
This savory Bacon and Pimento Cheese Quiche combines a flaky deep-dish pie crust with a rich filling of sharp cheddar cheese, smoky bacon, and tangy diced pimentos. Baked to perfection, it’s an ideal dish for brunch, lunch, or a comforting dinner that serves eight people.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust, unbaked
Filling
- 2 cups thick shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 to 1 cup crumbled cooked bacon (or 1 (2.8-ounce) bag precooked real bacon pieces)
- 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimentos, well drained
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and place a large rimmed baking sheet on the center rack to heat along with the oven. This ensures even heat distribution for the quiche.
- Assemble Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly into the bottom of the unbaked pie crust. Distribute the well-drained diced pimentos evenly over the cheese layer, followed by the crumbled cooked bacon on top.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This mixture will create the custard base for the quiche.
- Fill Crust: Carefully pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients in the pie crust, taking care not to overfill to avoid spilling during baking.
- Bake the Quiche: Place the filled quiche on the preheated baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the quiche is fully set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the pimentos are well drained to prevent a watery quiche filling.
- If using precooked bacon pieces, adjust quantity based on preference for smokiness and texture.
- Do not overfill the crust with the egg mixture to prevent overflow during baking.
- Allow cooling time before slicing to ensure clean cuts and proper set.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best taste.
