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Bacon, Cheddar, Zucchini Quiche

Bacon, Cheddar, Zucchini Quiche! This savory quiche comes together in minutes and can be served hot or chilled.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Author: The Kitchen Prep

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 Bowl
  • 1 Baking pan

Ingredients

  • 1 deep dish, 9 inch pie shell store bought or homemade
  • 4 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1½ cups half and half
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • 1½ cups grated zucchini
  • 7 strips crisply cooked bacon crumbled

Instructions

  • Place the pie shell on a baking sheet. Follow pie crust directions and bake until lightly golden. Remove from oven and turn heat down to 375°F.
  • Meanwhile, heat about a tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet and add shredded zucchini. Cook until the zucchini has released most of its liquid. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, half & half, thyme, salt and pepper. Add cheese, cooked zucchini and crumbled bacon.
  • Pour the mixture into the baked pie shell. Sprinkle with extra bacon and cheese if desired.
  • Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
  • Allow to cool for about 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Variations
  • Substitute cheddar cheese with other types of cheese such as feta, goat cheese, or mozzarella.
  • To add different flavors, you can replace thyme with other herbs such as basil, rosemary, or oregano.
  • Instead of zucchini, try your favorite vegetables like spinach, kale, or broccoli or mushrooms. Just be sure to sauté them beforehand to remove excess moisture so that there isn't too much liquid in the egg custard mixture.
  • Use chopped ham, cooked sausage, or prosciutto instead of bacon.
Diet-Specific Substitutions
  • Vegetarian: Omit the bacon and substitute it with roasted vegetables such as mushrooms, red peppers, or onions.
  • Gluten-free: To make the recipe gluten-free, you can use a gluten-free pie crust.
  • Crustless version: If you prefer a low-carb option, you can make a crustless quiche by greasing a pie dish with cooking spray and pouring the egg mixture directly into the dish.