Easy Mushroom Quiche
A flavorful and simple dish that combines savory mushrooms, cheese, and bacon in a buttery crust, perfect for any meal occasion.
Ingrédients
Quiche Base
- 1 pie crust 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 large 4 large eggs
- 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute half-and-half for lighter version
Filling
- 1 cup 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
- 1 cup 1 cup shredded cheese (Gruyère or cheddar recommended)
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled Can substitute with additional vegetables for vegetarian option
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup onion, diced
- to taste Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients. Chop the mushrooms, dice the onion, and crumble the cooked bacon. Ensure the pie crust is laid out in the pie dish.
Cooking Base
- In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sliced mushrooms, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Oven Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Egg Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until well combined and frothy.
Combine Ingredients
- Fold in the shredded cheese, sautéed mushrooms, diced onions, and crumbled bacon into the egg mixture.
Bake Quiche
- Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie crust and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes until golden-brown.
Cooling and Serving
- Once baked, cool for about 10 minutes then slice and serve warm.
Notes
Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Great for meal prepping.