Description
This hearty Cowboy Quiche features a flaky 9-inch pie crust filled with caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all enveloped in a rich, seasoned egg custard. Perfect for brunch or a comforting meal, this quiche bakes to a golden brown with a savory, flavorful filling that satisfies every bite.
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, chopped
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Cook the 4 cups of diced onion and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over low heat, stirring occasionally for 25-30 minutes, until the onions turn fragrant and golden brown. For deeper caramelization, continue cooking for an additional 25-30 minutes as preferred.
- Prepare the Oven and Pie Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Press the 9-inch pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and keep it chilled in the refrigerator until ready to fill.
- Mix the Egg Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together 7 large eggs, 1 cup milk, ⅓ cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Quiche: Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the bottom of the chilled pie crust. Layer the 10 cooked bacon strips (chopped) on top of the onions, then sprinkle 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bacon. Pour the egg mixture over the entire filling, ensuring it evenly covers all ingredients.
- Bake: Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the egg custard is set with no jiggle in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 15-20 minutes to allow it to set further before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra caramelized onions, extend cooking time for a sweeter, deeper flavor.
- Use cooked bacon strips for best texture; bacon can be cooked in advance or quickly pan-fried.
- Ensure the pie crust is chilled before adding filling to prevent sogginess.
- Letting the quiche cool before cutting helps it set and slice neatly.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar with other cheeses like Gruyère or Monterey Jack for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of quiche)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg
