BLUE CHEESE QUICHE WITH CARAMELIZED PEARS

Blue Cheese Quiche with Caramelized Pears image

Sweet sauteed onions and pears match the bold flavors of blue cheese in this decadent version of a brunch classic. Pop it in the oven, and you'll have just enough time to whip up a fruit salad and refresh guests' drinks. -Maggie Norman, Gaithersburg, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
8 turkey bacon strips, diced
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
8 large eggs
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon pepper
TOPPING:
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 medium pears, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

Unfold puff pastry; press into a greased 9-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Spoon bacon into crust and sprinkle with blue cheese. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, nutmeg and pepper; pour over top., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add pears and brown sugar; cook 4 minutes longer. Serve with quiche.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Fat 35g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 284mg cholesterol, Sodium 916mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein.