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Bacon Cheddar Quiche with Frozen Pie Crust

This easy bacon cheddar quiche offers rich flavors with crispy bacon and sharp cheddar in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for brunch or a family dinner!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) frozen pie crust
  • 8 pieces bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Blind bake the pie crust with parchment and weights for 10 minutes.
  • Remove parchment and weights, bake for 4-5 more minutes until golden.
  • Sprinkle bacon over crust followed by cheddar and parmesan cheese.
  • Whisk together half and half, eggs, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the fillings in the crust.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350°F and bake for 40-45 minutes until set.
  • Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Ensure the pie crust is completely thawed for best texture.
Consider adding herbs like chives or spinach for extra flavor.
Letting the quiche rest helps enhance flavors and makes slicing easier.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 150