"Quiche Lorraine features a smooth egg custard filled with Gruyere cheese smoky bacon and onion for the classic flavor combination that made it famous...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 9 inch deep dish pie crust (frozen, refrigerated or homemade)
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8 slices bacon
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1 medium shallot (or 1/4 cup red onion) (finely diced )
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6 large eggs
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1 3/4 cups heavy cream or half and half
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
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1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
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pinch cayenne
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2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese