We prepared Quiche Lorraine (sans pastry) during Jaycelle’s tea party birthday celebration and 4 out of 5 approved of the taste.

We lifted the recipe from Betty Crocker.

Ingredients

Pastry

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening
• 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water

Filling

• 8 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled (1/2 cup)
• 1 cup shredded Swiss or Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
• 1/3 cup finely chopped caramelized onion
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups whipping cream or half-and-half
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 325° F.
2. In a bowl, beat eggs slightly along all filling ingredients. Pour into baking dish.
3. Bake 45 to 50 minutes. Test by poking a knife in center and must come out smoothly.
4. Take it out of the oven and stare at it for 10 minutes before devouring.