Bacon, Onion & Cheese Quiche

I'm not normally a huge fan of eggs but one thing I love is quiche. It is lighty, fluffy, but decadent with the cream and filling choices. I also love the versatility of the quiche - you can add breakfast meats, vegetables, cheeses, etc. and really make it your own. One quiche that my mom started making, and I have to admit is my absolute favorite, is the Bacon Onion & Cheese Quiche. I'm going to write the recipe as it is traditionally done with cream, but keep in mind if you are looking for a lighter version you can use all milk instead of a 50/50 split of milk and cream.

Bacon, Onion & Cheese Quiche: 8 Slices

5 Eggs (Large)
8 Bacon Slices
3/4C Heavy Cream
3/4C Milk
1/4tsp Pepper
1/2tsp Salt
1/2C Onion - Diced
1 Pie Crust
1C Cheddar Cheese - Shredded

In a large saute pan cook the bacon until it is nice and crispy, remove to a plate with paper towels and blot the grease away and set to the side. Place the onions into the bacon grease and allow them to cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until they turn translucent and start to brown. Carefully remove them from the grease with a slotted spoon.

In a large mixing bowl whip the eggs, cream, milk, salt and pepper for 2 minutes until the egg mixtures is very bubbly - the more air you get into the eggs the lighter your quiche will be.

Roll your pie crust into a pie plate (I like to use the Pillsbury Ready made Pie Crusts that come 2 to a box that you just roll out and go, simple and tasty). Next pour in the egg mixture, then crumble the bacon, mix with the onion and cheese and sprinkle evenly into the egg mixture. Very carefully place the pie until a 350° oven and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes. You will know the quiche is done when you shake the pan and there is not a jiggly center. If it is still wobbly in the middle put it back in the oven and let it cook for another couple of minutes.

Remove it from the oven and let it sit for 4-5 minutes, slice and enjoy!

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WW: 10 Points Plus / slice - made with cream
8 Points Plus / slice - made with all milk