There are SO many different ways to make a quiche. If you start with this simple base, you can add any meat or veggie to it.
***Check out my YouTube video for a step by step demonstration!
Ingredients:
9 inch deep dish pie crust
7 or 8 eggs
1/4 cup of heavy cream (honestly, I don't measure it. I just put in a good splash! If you don't have heavy cream, you can use half & half)
Salt/pepper
Shredded cheese (I like sharp cheddar, but use what you have)- Use as much as you like! I don't measure the cheese :)
Cooked sausage or bacon
Any cooked veggie you might have in your fridge (I love mushrooms, spinach, peppers, ect.)
I LOVE USING SLICED TOMATO FOR THE TOP! If you do that, make sure to slice your tomato and lay it on a paper towel lined plate. Season them with salt and pepper. This will draw out some liquid beforehand so that it won't make your quiche soggy.
**If you don't want meat or veggies, just use the cheese and it will be AWESOME!
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Take your raw pie crust and prick it all over with a fork.
When your oven is ready, bake the crust for about 10 minutes, just to give it a head start. If your crust is still completely frozen, bake it for 15-20 minutes.
While your crust bakes, cook the meat of your choice. I usually use ground breakfast sausage. Bacon is also delicious!
Mix together your eggs, cream, and a handful of cheese in a large bowl. Season the mixture well with salt and pepper.
If you choose to use sausage, put that it the crust BEFORE the egg mixture. If you choose to use bacon, but the egg mixture in first. Then sprinkle over your bacon. Add in any cooked veggies at this point. Mix it gently with a fork.
Sprinkle more cheese on top. Lay on your tomato slices (if you are using tomato).
Put the quiche on an aluminum foil lined baking sheet. Using a baking sheet makes it easier to put in the oven and take out. It will also catch anything that may bubble over.
Bake for about 45 minutes! Check on it every few minutes. It should not be too jiggly in the middle.
Let it cool on your counter for about 10 minutes before serving!
**This quiche is so good while it's still nice and warm, but it also tastes delicious room temperature. Quiche is a great choice to bring to a bridal/baby shower, party, etc. because you don't have to serve it super hot!