Description

This Bacon and Pimento Cheese Quiche is a savory and satisfying dish featuring a flaky deep-dish pie crust layered with sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and tangy diced pimentos. The creamy custard filling, made from eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream, bakes to a perfect golden finish. Ideal for brunch or a hearty breakfast, this quiche offers rich flavors and a delightful texture that will please any crowd.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust, unbaked

Filling

2 cups thick shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 to 1 cup crumbled cooked bacon (or 1 (2.8-ounce) bag precooked real bacon pieces)
1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimentos, well drained
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and place a large rimmed baking sheet on the center rack to heat alongside the oven. This ensures the quiche base cooks evenly and gets a nicely browned bottom crust.
Assemble Layers: Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly into the bottom of the unbaked pie crust. Next, distribute the well-drained diced pimentos over the cheese layer, followed by an even layer of crumbled cooked bacon on top.
Prepare Custard Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and smooth. This mixture will form the creamy custard base of the quiche.
Fill Crust: Carefully pour the custard mixture over the cheese, pimentos, and bacon layers in the pie crust. Take care not to overfill to avoid spillage during baking.
Bake the Quiche: Place the quiche on the preheated baking sheet inside the oven. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes. This resting time helps set the filling further and makes slicing easier. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

You can use precooked bacon pieces for convenience or cook and crumble your own bacon to add fresher flavor.
Make sure the pimentos are well drained to avoid making the custard watery.
If desired, garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley before serving for added color and flavor.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Using a preheated baking sheet helps achieve a crispier bottom crust.