26th April 2012

Quiche

Ingredients:

250gms Shortcrust Pastry

10 oz bacon, cut into strips

3 large eggs

2 cups heavy cream

3/4 teaspoon coarse salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

         

Method:

Step 1. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick. Press dough onto bottom and up sides of an 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom; trim dough from the top edge of pan. Prick bottom all over with a fork. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 180ᵒC

Step 2. Line tart shell with parchment paper, and fill with dried beans. Bake until dough starts to feel firm on the edges, about 20 minutes. Remove parchment and beans continue baking until crust is pale golden brown, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Leave oven on.

Step 3. Cook bacon in a large pan over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.

Step 4. Whisk eggs, cream, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Pour mixture into tart shell, and scatter the bacon strips on top. Bake until puffed and pale golden brown, about 30 minutes. Let cool at least 30 minutes before serving.