Ingredients with Measurements:
-1 9-inch unbaked pie crust
-2 tablespoons butter
-1/2 cup diced onion
-1/2 cup diced celery
-1/2 cup diced blaa
-1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
-3 eggs
-1 1/2 cups half-and-half
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
-1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Special Equipment Needed:
-9-inch pie plate
-Mixing bowl
-Whisk
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate.
3. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and blaa, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Spread the vegetable mixture in the bottom of the pie crust. Sprinkle the bacon over the vegetables.
5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and bacon.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Temperature: 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
Serving Size: 8
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 285
Fat: 19 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Protein: 11 g
Substitutions for Ingredients
-Butter: Olive oil or vegetable oil
-Half-and-half: Milk or cream
-Blaa: Cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese
Variations:
-Add 1/2 cup cooked, diced ham or sausage to the vegetable mixture.
-Substitute 1/2 cup diced mushrooms for the celery.
-Add 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder to the egg mixture.
Tips and Tricks:
-Be sure to cook the vegetables until they are tender before adding them to the pie crust.
-For a golden brown top, brush the top of the quiche with a beaten egg before baking.
Storage Instructions:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat leftovers in the microwave or in a 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Garnishes:
Chopped fresh parsley or chives
Pairings:
Serve with a green salad and crusty bread.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Green salad and crusty bread
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the quiche is browning too quickly, cover the top with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
Food Safety Advice:
Refrigerate leftovers promptly and discard any that have been left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Food History:
Quiche is a French dish that has been around since the Middle Ages.
Flavor Profiles:
This quiche has a savory flavor with a hint of nutmeg.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve warm or at room temperature.
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