Quiche Lorraine
1 hour cooking time
Quiche Lorraine
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1
To make the pastry, mix the butter and flour with your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Slowly bring the dough together with the egg yolks and water, until it forms a smooth, slightly sticky ball. Compress into a flat disk, wrap in cling film and leave to chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.
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Shortcrust pastry can be made ahead of time and either chilled or frozen until ready to use. Great for when you need a quick meal.
2
Preheat the oven to 170c/150c fan/gas 4/325f
3
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a round disc about 40cm in diameter and about 5mm in thickness. Drape the dough into a loose bottomed flan or tart tin, making sure to press the edges into the pan. Prick the base of the tart with a fork.
4
Cut an oversized circle to cover the base and sides of the pastry. Cover with baking beans or rice to weigh down the paper.
5
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the sides are golden. Carefully remove the beans and paper and bake for a further 5-10 minutes to ensure the base is cooked through. Keep warm and set aside.
6
Lower the oven to 160c/140c fan/300f/gas 3.
7
To make the filling, cook the bacon lardons in 2 tbsp of Lurpak® unsalted butter in a small frying pan. Remove and set aside.
8
Mix the cream & eggs, add the cheese, pepper and nutmeg. Be careful when adding salt to the dish as the bacon will be naturally salty and will help season the dish.
9
Sprinkle half of the bacon onto the base of the tart tin. Add the egg mixture and top with the remaining bacon. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the eggs have set. Serve warm, sprinkled with chopped chives (optional) crusty bread and mixed salad.
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