Limburgse Champignon En Spek Quiche (limburgian Mushroom And Bacon Quiche)

This Limburgse Champignon en Spek Quiche, or Limburgian Mushroom and Bacon Quiche, is a savory and satisfying dish that is perfect for brunch or a light dinner. The combination of mushrooms, bacon, and creamy custard in a flaky pastry crust is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Limburgse Champignon En Spek Quiche (limburgian Mushroom And Bacon Quiche)

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch pie crust
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
  3. Sprinkle the bacon, mushrooms, and Gruyère cheese evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon, mushrooms, and cheese.
  5. Bake the quiche for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  6. Let the quiche cool for 10 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
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
25g

Supplies

9-inch pie dish Baking sheet

Tools

Oven Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the quiche with a side salad and a glass of white wine for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15