The Secrets to Making the Classic French Quiche Lorraine

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Gruyère cheese

🥗Healthier: Emmental cheese

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Emmental offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked ham

Turkey bacon is leaner, while smoked ham is often more affordable.

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole wheat crust

💰Cheaper: store-bought crust

Whole wheat crust adds fiber, while store-bought saves time.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare the pie crust according to the fetched recipe instructions.

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then drain and crumble.

Sauté the chopped onion in the bacon fat until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and ice water until combined.

Stir in the crumbled bacon, sautéed onion, grated Gruyère cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.

Bake in the preheated oven until the quiche is set and golden on top, about 30-35 minutes.

Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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