Spinach and Bacon Quiche
Our Spinach and Bacon Quiche blends salty bacon, sweet onion, earthy spinach, and sharp cheese into a savory, versatile meal.
Servings: 8
Calories: 434kcal
Equipment
- Rolling Pin if using homemade crust
- 9-inch Pie Dish
- Medium Mixing Bowl
- Cheese Grater
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 9- inch pie crust
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion minced
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 100 grams white cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 ½ cup fresh spinach stemmed and chopped
- 8 slices bacon cooked and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425F and prepare your pie crust, fill with parchment paper, pie weights and pre-bake for 5-10 minutes. Remove and reduce heat to 325F.
- Heat a small pan with medium heat then add olive oil and sauté onion for 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream and sea salt until combined, then set aside.
- Spread onion evenly on the bottom of the pie crust, then layer cheese, spinach and bacon on top.
- Pour the egg mixture over and cook at 325F for about 45 minutes. The center should be set and lightly golden.
Notes
- Blind Baking: Par-bake the crust for a few minutes before filling to help keep the bottom crisp.
- Egg Mixture: Whisk eggs and cream just until combined, over-mixing can make the quiche puff up, then deflate.
- Cheese: Shred your own cheese if possible; pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt as smoothly.
- Filling Balance: Spread the bacon, spinach, and cheese evenly in the crust so every slice has a little of everything.
- Resting: Let the quiche rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Refrigerator: Once cooled, place in an airtight container and store for 3 to 4 days.
- Freezer: You can freeze the pie after assembly, prior to baking. Alternatively, you can also freeze it after it is baked. You will want to wrap the fully cooled pie in plastic wrap and foil.
- Reheating: Let the pie come to room temperature, then warm in a low oven, or reheat individual slices in the microwave at medium power.
Nutrition
Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 541mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1301IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 2mg
