Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups of fresh nettle leaves, washed and chopped
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1 cup of shredded Gruyere cheese
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch pie dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Place the pre-made pie crust in the pie dish and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the chopped nettle leaves and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
6. Add the cooked bacon, onion, and nettle mixture to the pie crust.
7. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and nettle mixture.
8. Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese over the top of the quiche.
9. Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
10. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 420
Fat: 32g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of nettle leaves, you can use spinach or kale.
- Instead of Gruyere cheese, you can use Swiss or cheddar cheese.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the bacon and nettle mixture.
- Use ham instead of bacon.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the egg mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to wash the nettle leaves thoroughly before using them.
- Pre-baking the pie crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling will help prevent a soggy crust.
- Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover quiche in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the quiche in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the quiche on a platter with a garnish of fresh herbs.
Garnishes:
Fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives.
Pairings:
Serve the quiche with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed green salad with a vinaigrette dressing
- Roasted asparagus
- Roasted sweet potatoes
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the quiche is not cooked through in the center, cover the edges with foil and continue baking until the center is set.
- If the crust is browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the nettle leaves thoroughly before using them.
- Store leftover quiche in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
Quiche originated in France and is a savory pie made with eggs, cream, and various fillings.
Flavor profiles:
The nettle and bacon quiche has a savory and slightly earthy flavor from the nettle leaves, a salty and smoky flavor from the bacon, and a creamy and cheesy flavor from the egg mixture and Gruyere cheese.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the nettle and bacon quiche for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.
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