MUSHROOM QUICHE LORRAINE

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Family and friends will delight in this savory quiche from Michelle Fincher of Lyman, South Carolina. Mushrooms and green onions bring fresh flavor, while cheese and bacon lend a touch of decadence.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons butter
4 large eggs
1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Remove from the oven; reduce heat to 375°., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter until tender. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, cream and pepper. Using a slotted spoon, transfer mushrooms and onions to egg mixture. Stir in cheese and bacon. , Pour into crust. Cover edges loosely with foil. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked quiche. To use, remove from freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Preheat oven to 375°. Place quiche on a baking sheet; cover edge loosely with foil. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary for a knife inserted in the center to come out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 28g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 204mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 14g protein.