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Delicious slice of Ina Garten's quiche recipe on a plate

Ina Garten’s Quiche

A quick, delicious quiche featuring a flaky crust and creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 3-5 tablespoons ice water Add gradually until dough holds together.
  • to taste Kosher salt
For the filling
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for sautéing)
  • 1 small yellow onion, very thinly sliced
  • to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 ounces bacon, cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, divided Use one teaspoon for sautéing onions.
  • ½ cup shredded Gruyere (about 2 ounces)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 large eggs

Method
 

Make the Crust
  1. In a bowl, mix 1 cup of all-purpose flour with a pinch of kosher salt.
  2. Add 8 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter and use a pastry cutter to blend until it resembles breadcrumbs.
  3. Gradually add ice water until the dough holds together.
  4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface, fit it into a pie pan, and chill while preparing the filling.
Make the Filling
  1. Sauté the sliced onion in 1 tablespoon of butter until soft.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, 2 large eggs, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Stir in the cooked bacon, sautéed onions, thyme, and shredded Gruyere.
  4. Pour this mixture into the chilled crust, and bake until set, about 30-35 minutes.

Notes

For a crunchier base, pre-bake your crust. You can swap Gruyere for cheddar for a sharper taste or use egg substitutes for a lower cholesterol option. This quiche can be served with a side of fresh arugula dressed in lemony vinaigrette or accompanied by roasted tomatoes.