Country Quiche

Rustic and hearty, this Country Quiche is the ultimate comfort food, marrying wholesome ingredients with bold, savory flavors. Built on a flaky, golden pie crust, this mouthwatering quiche features crispy bacon, sautéed onions, sweet red bell peppers, and nutrient-packed baby spinach, all enveloped in a rich, creamy custard made from eggs, heavy cream, and milk. A generous helping of shredded cheddar cheese lends gooey indulgence to every bite, while a hint of nutmeg adds a delicate layer of warmth. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this easy-to-make recipe is prepped in just 20 minutes and bakes to perfection in 40 minutes. Slice into this cheesy, vegetable-packed delight, and let its farm-fresh flavors brighten your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 piece ready-made pie crust
• 6 slices bacon
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 4 pieces large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and set the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges decoratively if desired.

Step 2

Bake the pie crust for 8-10 minutes to pre-cook slightly. Remove from the oven and let it cool while preparing the filling.

Step 3

Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Crumble the cooled bacon into small pieces.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the butter. Once melted, add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the baby spinach leaves to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes until wilted. Remove the skillet from heat and set the vegetable mixture aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and milk until well combined and slightly frothy.

Step 7

Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, cooked vegetables, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg to the egg mixture. Stir to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Place the quiche on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is a light golden brown.

Step 10

Allow the quiche to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1260.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3245.1

Total Fat 246.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1260.7mg	0%
Sodium 5688.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 101.6g	0%

Vitamin D 223.6IU	0%
Calcium 1584.0mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1465.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.1%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 18.3%