Easy
4 per.
45 min
The quiche, a great classic of French cuisine, is a savory pie with a creamy and versatile filling, perfect for any occasion. Ideal as an appetizer, main dish or to enrich a buffet, quiche is loved for its simplicity of preparation and the variety of ingredients that can be used. Let’s discover together how to make a delicious quiche Lorraine, the traditional version, and other tasty variations such as vegetable quiche.
Let’s see together how to prepare quiche with Grana Padano DOP, follow our recipe for a mouth-watering result.
Ingredients and recipe steps
- Ingredients for a quiche 26 cm in diameter:
- For the base:
- 1 roll of puff pastry or brisée
- For the filling:
- 200 g of smoked bacon
- 3 eggs
- 200 ml of fresh cream
- 150 g of grated Grana Padano DOP
- Salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste
Procedimento
You can make the quiche with puff pastry or brisée pastry. As a first step, roll it out in a cake pan lined with baking paper, making the edges stick well. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent it from swelling during cooking.
Brown the bacon in a non-stick pan without adding oil, until it is golden. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the cream, the Grana Padano DOP, a pinch of salt, pepper and a sprinkling of nutmeg.
Spread the bacon on the puff pastry base and pour over the egg and cream mixture.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 30-35 minutes, until the surface of the quiche is golden brown and the filling is compact.
Let the savory quiche cool before serving. It can be enjoyed both hot and at room temperature.
Variations of the recipe
There are many alternative recipes to quiche, let’s look at some of them together:
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Vegetable quiche: Add courgettes, spinach or carrots to the filling for a vegetable-based version. Sauté them in the pan before incorporating them. You can also think about preparing a delicious artichoke quiche.
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Ricotta and spinach quiche: Mix 250 g of ricotta with boiled and chopped spinach, adding the mixture to the egg and cream mix.
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Quiche with cheeses: Enrich the quiche with cubes of cheese of your choice, such as fontina or provola, for an even more enveloping taste.
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Quiche with artichokes and speck: If you are interested in bringing a quiche full of flavor to the table, we recommend sautéing artichokes, leeks and potatoes. Pour a mixture of Grana Padano DOP, cream and eggs into the shortcrust pastry, then add the vegetables and some speck cut into strips, a dish that will win you over at first taste.
Curiosities and advice
Once we have made the quiche recipe, we can dedicate ourselves to discovering curiosities about this dish and perfecting it with our advice.
Who invented quiche?
Quiche originates from the Lorraine region, located in the north-east of France. The quiche lorraine is the oldest and most traditional version, made with a base of shortcrust pastry, eggs, cream and bacon. This dish has become a symbol of French cuisine in the world.
Why is it called quiche?
The term “quiche” comes from the German word “küheche”, which means cake. This reflects the German influence in the Lorraine region, which in the past was the scene of cultural exchanges between France and Germany.
How many calories does a slice of quiche have?
A slice of quiche lorraine (approximately 150 g) contains on average 300-350 calories, depending on the ingredients used. The variations with vegetables may be slightly lighter.
Useful tips
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For a crispier base, cook the puff pastry plain (without filling) for 10 minutes before adding the mixture.
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The quiche can be kept in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. It can be heated in the oven to restore its fragrance.
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Customize the recipe with aromatic herbs such as thyme, rosemary or parsley for a touch of freshness.
