Bacon Spinach Quiche Recipe for Breakfast or Brunch (2024)

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by Cheryl Najafi on Sep 27, 2015 2 comments »

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Quiche is a simple entrée that can be prepared any time of day, for any occasion. That’s why we perfected this bacon spinach quiche recipe! With a few basic ingredients and homemadepie crust, you’ll have a tidy, great-tasting meal in less than one hour.

Add any of your favorite veggies to complement your palette. You can also swap out the bacon for ham, chicken sausage or any other savory meat or poultry you desire. If you like it spicy, consider adding fresh jalapeños.

Bacon Spinach Quiche – Recipe Tips

If you’ve had trouble perfecting pie crust in the past, try the ‘blind baking’ technique to prevent the crust from becoming soggy. Simply pre-bake the crust for a short time before adding the filling. You can also use pie weights to prevent the dough from shrinking in addition to those pesky little air pockets that form. If you don’t have pie weights (who does?) then an inexpensive bag of navy beans will do the trick!

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Bacon Spinach Quiche Recipe

This savory bacon spinach quiche recipe is hearty, delicious and easy to prepare! Make it with a homemade pie crust for an extra special touch.

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Ingredients

Yield: 8 servings

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Instructions

  • Place a rack in the center of the oven then preheat to 350 degrees.

  • Prepare pie crust according to recipe.

  • Roll out pie crust and place it in a 9" round deep-dish pie pan. Flute or decorate the edges of the crust as desired. Use a fork to poke a few holes in the bottom and sides.

  • ‘Blind bake’ the crust by lining the inside of the pie crust with aluminum foil and placing pie weights (or uncooked beans or rice) inside the foil. Bake the pie shell for 15 minutes then remove from oven. Remove the weights and foil and set aside until ready to fill.

  • While the crust is baking, cook the diced bacon in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat until crispy but still tender—approx. 7–8 minutes. Drain the bacon pieces on a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.

  • Remove bacon grease from the pan, return the skillet to the heat then add baby spinach. Toss occasionally until the spinach becomes dark green and all the leaves have wilted.

  • Transfer the spinach to a colander or wire sieve and squeeze the spinach—you should have ½ cup of cooked spinach with very little moisture remaining. Set aside.

  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crack 1 egg and whisk it together with flour until completely smooth. Add the remaining 5 eggs, whisk until completely combined then whisk in the sour cream, milk, kosher salt and pepper until completely smooth.

  • Stir the bacon, spinach and grated cheese into the egg mixture then pour the filling into the pie crust. Return the dish to the oven and bake 45-55 minutes—the filling will brown slightly in some areas and the center will feel firm when pressed.

  • Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool at least 15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Notes

If you have the time, we recommend shredding your own cheese. It’s typically less expensive and doesn’t contain any additives or preservatives.

Author: Cheryl Najafi

Course: Breakfast

Calories: 349kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 25g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 199mg, Sodium: 595mg, Potassium: 263mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g

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  1. Pippa

    These ingredients work together beautifully and created balanced taste and texture. Just what I wanted from a bacon, spinach, cheese and some sour cream. Follow exactly. Yum.

  2. Karen

    Have you ever made a head and freeze?

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Bacon Spinach Quiche Recipe for Breakfast or Brunch (2024)

FAQs

What is a breakfast quiche called? ›

Frittatas are Italian in origin and can be described as a cross between an omelet and a crustless quiche. Frittatas take less time to make than quiche or strata. The dish is traditionally made by beating eggs with dairy—often heavy cream or half and half—together with ingredients like vegetables, meats and cheeses.

What is the best cheese to use for quiche? ›

Cheese: Some favorites include feta cheese, goat cheese, cheddar cheese, white cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, and gruyere. Add-Ins: Add up to 2 cups add-ins including vegetables and meat/seafood. Most quiche add-ins should be pre-cooked and can still be warm when mixing into the egg filling.

Can you put too many eggs in a quiche? ›

Using too many eggs in the custard results in a quiche that rubbery and too firm when baked, while not using enough will prevent the custard from setting. Follow This Tip: Remember this ratio: 1 large egg to 1/2 cup of dairy.

Can you eat quiche for breakfast? ›

Quiche is one of the greatest make-ahead breakfasts I can think of. Meant to be served at room temperature—or even slightly chilled—you not only can make quiche ahead, you have to! That's one of the reasons it's so great for a celebratory morning breakfast.

Do the French eat quiche for breakfast? ›

The original recipe is the Quiche Lorraine. It is not eaten at breakfast. You can eat it at lunch or dinner. it is eaten as a main course.

Do French people eat quiche for breakfast? ›

Quiche is not breakfast food in France.

What does quiche mean in slang? ›

quiche (comparative more quiche, superlative most quiche) (slang) Extremely appealing to look at; sexually alluring. I'm not even bragging, but me and my friends are pretty much quiche.

What kind of pie pan is best for quiche? ›

If you mostly make regular pies and quiches, ceramic or glass will be the best choice. If you worry about knowing if your bottom crust is baked, glass allows you to see how the browning is going.

What is a good side dish for quiche? ›

30 Sides To Serve With Quiche
  • 01 of 30. Roasted Broccoli. ...
  • 02 of 30. Asparagus with Cheese Sauce and Herb Breadcrumbs. ...
  • 03 of 30. Spring Salad with Berries and Bacon. ...
  • 04 of 30. Sugar Snap Pea Salad. ...
  • 05 of 30. Oven-Roasted Asparagus. ...
  • 06 of 30. Romaine Salad With Oranges And Radishes. ...
  • 07 of 30. Broccoli Salad. ...
  • 08 of 30. Fresh Fruit Salad.
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Is milk better than heavy cream in quiche? ›

In fact, Martha Stewart's recipe for a classic quiche filling lists equal parts whole milk and heavy cream (1 ½ cups of each). To determine the ratio of milk or cream to eggs that should be used in a quiche recipe, remember that it's one egg to one-half cup of cream or milk.

What not to put in quiche? ›

Avoid Fillings That Are Too Wet

"Some vegetables, such as sliced large tomatoes or raw zucchini, have a high water content and will make your quiche soggy (even if you follow all steps to avoid this!)," Davila notes.

Should quiche be cooked at 350 or 375? ›

BAKE in center of 375°F oven until center is almost set but jiggles slightly when dish is gently shaken and knife inserted near center comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes.

Why is my spinach quiche watery? ›

Why is my spinach quiche watery? If you've ever cooked a big bag of spinach, you know that it wilts down to practically nothing! That's because spinach is mostly water. Let the spinach thaw overnight in the fridge or use the defrost setting on your microwave to speed things up.

What do the French eat with quiche? ›

Quiche is traditionally served with a green salad and crusty French bread, but the sky is the limit when you start thinking of other options. Here are some ideas: A simple green salad such as arugula tossed with an olive oil and lemon vinaigrette.

What to serve with frittata for brunch? ›

Frittata Serving Suggestions

If you're serving your frittata as part of a bigger brunch, mimosas, classic french toast, banana bread, pancakes or muffins, French toast, baked oatmeal, overnight oats, blueberry scones, or fruit salad would all be great choices to go with it.

When should quiche be served? ›

There's no right or wrong answer to this question, as quiches are great served hot or cold. Cold, they can make a fantastic light lunch on the go, are a popular dish at any buffet table and perfect for picnics.

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