Caramelized Onion and Bacon Quiche (Karamelliserad Lök- och Baconpaj)

This Karamelliserad Lök- och Baconpaj (Caramelized Onion and Bacon Quiche) is a classic Swedish dish that combines the sweetness of caramelized onions with the savory goodness of bacon, all in a delicious quiche.

Caramelized Onion and Bacon Quiche (Karamelliserad Lök- och Baconpaj)

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 6 slices of bacon, chopped
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a pie dish and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Add the butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle the caramelized onions and cooked bacon onto the pie crust. Top with shredded cheese.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the onions, bacon, and cheese.
  7. Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
  8. Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Pie dish Skillet Bowl

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Karamelliserad Lök- och Baconpaj with a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can omit the bacon and add more vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.

Cost

$15