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    Gahb Bacon & Double Cheese Quiche


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    List of Ingredients




    CRUST
    1 1/3 cup All-purpose flour
    1/8 tsp Salt
    1/2 cup Chilled butter cut into small piece
    2 tbl Cold water 2 to 3 tablespoons

    FILLING
    10 Strips lean bacon
    4 lrg Eggs
    1 1/2 cup Light cream
    1/4 tsp Dried thyme
    1/8 tsp White pepper
    1/2 cup Shredded Gruyere cheese about 2 ounces
    1/2 cup Shredded white Cheddar cheese about 2 ounces

    Recipe



    To prepare the crust, in a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut in the butter until coarse crumbs form.

    Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork, until a dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll the dough into 11-inch circle. Fit into 9-inch pie pan. Trim edge, leaving 1/4-inch overhang. Fold under to form standup edge. Prick dough with a fork. Line with foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans.

    Bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and weights. Bake until lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

    Meanwhile, prepare filling. In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel to drain.

    In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, thyme, and pepper. Pour into crust. Crumble bacon. Sprinkle the egg mixture with the bacon, Gruyere cheese, and Cheddar cheese. Bake until golden and custard is set, about 30 minutes. Serve warm.


    Baking Tips: To freeze: Cool baked quiche completely, wrap airtight, and freeze for up to 1 month