Description
Quiche Lorraine with Caramelized Leeks is a delightful dish that combines a buttery crust with a creamy custard filled with rich Gruyère cheese and sweet, caramelized leeks. This quiche is perfect for brunch or dinner and will impress your guests with its sophisticated flavors and elegant presentation. Easy to prepare yet indulgent, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 large leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 4 strips bacon, cooked and chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust into a tart pan or pie dish and prick the bottom with a fork.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add sliced leeks. Cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
- Fry the bacon until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in bacon, caramelized leeks, and Gruyère cheese.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg