What’s in Quiche Lorraine?
You only need a handful of simple ingredients for this Quiche Lorraine recipe. You probably already have most of them ready to go in your kitchen! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.
Pie Crust: I typically use a store-bought pie crust for convenience. Bacon: A classic ingredient in Quiche Lorraine! You’ll need six slices, fried nice and crispy. Shallot: Milder and sweeter than regular yellow or white onions, shallot works great in this recipe not to overwhelm the other flavors. Eggs: 4 large eggs for the base of the filling. Half and half: You can easily make this at home with this recipe or use store-bought. Kosher Salt & Pepper: To bring out all of the delicious flavors. Nutmeg: Optional, but a small amount brings out the savoriness of the other ingredients. Gruyere Cheese: The most popular choice in this specific quiche recipe. Shred your own for the best flavor! Parmesan Cheese: Grated parmesan cheese adds extra cheesiness and a lovely taste.
How to Make Classic Quiche Lorraine
This classic quiche recipe is simple to prep. Once you cook the bacon and sauté the shallot, the rest of the time is spent cooking in the oven! Your whole family will go crazy over this breakfast!
Homemade Pie Crust: If you want to make your crust from scratch, you totally can! Use this recipe; it’s my grandma’s, and it is perfect! Blind Baking the Crust: Whether you choose to use a homemade crust or a store-bought crust, this recipe uses the technique of “blind baking,” which simply means partially baking the pie crust before adding the filling. This ensures the crust doesn’t get soggy but instead stays buttery and flaky, even on the bottom. Variations: Although not traditional, feel free to add up to 1/2 cup of any fresh veggies you desire! Some great options are diced bell pepper, chopped spinach, sliced mushrooms, or chopped broccoli. Don’t Overbake: If your quiche is browning on the edges but the middle still isn’t cooked through, then add a pie crust shield or some foil around the outer edge of the crust. Garnish: So your quiche lorraine has a nice presentation, you can add a sprinkle of sliced green onion or freshly chopped herbs like thyme or parsley.
In the Refrigerator: Once the quiche has cooled, cover it with foil and put it in your fridge. It will keep fresh for 2-3 days. In the Freezer: Wrap the cooled quiche in plastic wrap and foil. Label it with the date; it will stay good in your freezer for 3-4 months. To Reheat: Let the frozen quiche thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, when you are ready to eat it, cook it at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.
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