Quiche is a savory, open-faced pastry filled with a mixture of eggs, cream or milk, cheese, and various other ingredients such as meats, vegetables, and herbs. It’s a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Here is a classic quiche recipe:

Classic Quiche Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling:

• 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon, diced ham, or cooked sausage
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Gruyère, Swiss, cheddar, or a combination)
• 1 1/2 cups milk or heavy cream (or a combination)
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
• Optional: 1 cup cooked spinach, mushrooms, or other vegetables

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
   • Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
   • Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Roll Out the Dough:
   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
   • Transfer the dough to the pie dish, trim the edges, and crimp as desired.
4. Blind Bake the Crust:
   • Line the crust with parchment paper or aluminum foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
   • Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and paper/foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
5. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a medium skillet, cook the diced onion until soft and translucent. If using other vegetables, cook them until tender.
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
6. Assemble the Quiche:
   • Spread the cooked meat, onion, and any other vegetables evenly over the bottom of the crust.
   • Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
   • Pour the egg mixture over the filling.
7. Bake the Quiche:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
   • Let the quiche cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips:

• Crust: You can use a store-bought pie crust to save time.
• Fillings: Customize the quiche with your favorite fillings. Popular additions include sautéed mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers, and various cheeses.
• Cheese: Gruyère, Swiss, and cheddar are traditional choices, but you can experiment with others like feta or goat cheese for different flavors.
• Make-Ahead: Quiche can be made ahead and reheated. It also freezes well; just thaw and reheat in the oven.

Quiche is a delicious, adaptable dish that’s perfect for any meal. Enjoy!