Description
This hearty Cowboy Quiche combines a flaky pie crust filled with caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all bound together by a rich custard made from eggs, milk, and cream. Perfect for brunch or a satisfying breakfast, this quiche offers deep, savory flavors with a comforting texture that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust, homemade or store-bought
Filling
- 4 cups diced onion (about 2 large onions)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 7 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 10 cooked bacon strips
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet over low heat, cook the diced onions with unsalted butter for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions are fragrant and golden brown. For deeper caramelization, continue cooking for another 25-30 minutes.
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, then chill it in the refrigerator until ready to fill.
- Make the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Assemble the Quiche: Spread the caramelized onions, cooked bacon strips, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bottom of the chilled pie crust. Pour the egg mixture carefully over the filling.
- Bake: Place the quiche in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the egg custard is set. Remove from oven and let cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try using smoked bacon or adding herbs like thyme or chives to the egg mixture.
- Ensure the pie crust is well-chilled before filling to prevent sogginess.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven.
- The quiche can be made a day ahead and warmed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of quiche)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 280mg
