Bacon and Onion Quiche with a Creamy Filling
A deliciously savory bacon and onion quiche with a creamy filling, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. A classic recipe with a golden, flaky pastry crust.
Equipment
- Tart tin
- Baking parchment
- Baking beans
- whisk,
Ingredients
- 300 g plain flour
- 250 g unsalted butter
- 2-3 tbsp cold water
- 3 bacon rashers
- 1 white onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 6 eggs
- 150 ml full-fat milk
- 150 ml single cream
- Handful of parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C/Gas 6
- Cover the tart base with baking parchment and fill with baking beans, bake blind for about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice the bacon into strips and finely chop the onions.
- Fry the bacon in a heavy based pan until it begins to get crispy, remove from the pan.
- Add the onion and cook until soft finally add the chopped garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
- Whisk the milk, cream and eggs together.
- Remove the pastry from the oven and reduce the heat to 180°C/Gas 4.
- Sprinkle the onion, bacon and parsley over the base of the tart then pour in the liquid.
- Place the tin on a baking tray and return to the oven, bake for about 30 minutes until just set in the middle and golden brown.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with a fresh salad for a light, satisfying meal. You can also enjoy it warm or cold for a picnic or brunch.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a light, crisp white wine like Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc to complement the savory flavors.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 350 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 24 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 1 mg
