Kat's Quiche Basic Recipe

Effortless, versatile, and perfect for any occasion, Kat's Quiche Basic Recipe is your go-to guide for creating a savory, custard-filled masterpiece. Featuring a buttery pie crust—homemade or store-bought—this quiche combines fluffy eggs, rich heavy cream, and a touch of milk for a lusciously smooth filling. Layered with shredded cheese and your choice of add-ins, such as crispy bacon, diced ham, or sautéed vegetables, it’s fully customizable to suit your taste. With a quick 15-minute prep time and just 40 minutes in the oven, this dish is ideal for brunch, lunch, or even a light dinner. Serve it warm or at room temperature to highlight its golden, perfectly set texture. Whether for a crowd or a quiet family meal, this easy quiche recipe delivers gourmet flavors with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 piece pre-made or homemade pie crust
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar, Swiss, or gruyere)
• 0.5 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (or diced ham, sautéed vegetables, etc., optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Roll out the pie crust (if homemade) and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges as desired.

Step 3

Prick the bottom of the pie crust with a fork to prevent bubbling. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Blind bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove the weights and paper, then bake for an additional 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.

Step 4

While the crust is baking, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the bottom of the partially baked crust. If using additional fillings like bacon, ham, or vegetables, layer them on top of the cheese.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture into the crust, filling it nearly to the top. Use a fork or spoon to gently ensure the filling is evenly distributed.

Step 7

Carefully transfer the quiche to the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. The center should jiggle slightly but not appear liquid when done.

Step 8

Remove the quiche from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1033.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3427.6

Total Fat 264.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1245.1mg	0%
Sodium 5294.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 114.1g	0%

Vitamin D 241.7IU	0%
Calcium 1103.8mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1340.9mg	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: 70.6%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 15.8%