Description
This Bacon and Pimento Cheese Quiche combines a rich, flaky pie crust with sharp cheddar cheese, smoky bacon, and sweet pimentos for a savory, comforting dish. Perfect for brunch or a light dinner, this quiche is baked to golden perfection with a creamy egg custard base.
Ingredients
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Pie 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
Egg Mixture
- 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 (190°C) and place a large rimmed baking sheet on the center rack to heat up with the oven. This ensures even baking and prevents the quiche bottom from becoming soggy.
- Prepare the Crust Base: Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly into the bottom of the unbaked pie crust. Next, distribute the well-drained diced pimentos evenly over the cheese layer. Finally, scatter the crumbled cooked bacon evenly over the pimentos.
- Mix Egg Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until fully combined. This mixture will create the creamy custard filling for the quiche.
- Fill the Crust: Carefully pour the egg mixture over the cheese, pimentos, and bacon in the pie crust. Be cautious not to overfill the crust to avoid spillage during baking.
- Bake the Quiche: Place the filled pie crust on the preheated baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the center and a knife inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes. This resting period helps it to set further, making slicing easier. Serve warm for best flavor.
Notes
- Use thick-shredded sharp cheddar for best flavor and texture.
- Ensure the pimentos are well drained to prevent excess moisture in the quiche.
- Precooked bacon pieces can be used for convenience.
- A hot baking sheet helps to cook the bottom crust evenly and maintain its crispness.
- Allowing the quiche to cool slightly before slicing improves texture and serving presentation.
