Springtime Quiche

Your family and friends will love this classic quiche recipe made with bacon and leeks for breakfast, brunch, or a light but satisfying dinner.

Springtime Quiche

Makes about 6-8 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust (store bought)

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

• 2 leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced

• 4 large eggs

• 3/4 cup cream

• 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

• 8 slices cooked bacon, chopped 

• 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. Bake store bought pie crust according to directions.

2. Turn oven down to 375° F

3. In a small skillet, melt butter and add leeks, sauté for about 3 minutes or until tender.

4. In a large bowl whisk together eggs, cream, cooked bacon, 1 cup of cheese, salt, and pepper. 

5. Scatter leeks over the bottom of the baked crust. Pour the egg mixture in then top with the remaining ½ cup of cheese

6. Bake for about 35 minutes or until the center is completely set and the top is browned. Let cool 10-15 minutes before slicing