Description
This hearty Cowboy Quiche from The Pioneer Woman is a deep-dish version of the classic quiche Lorraine, filled with beef bacon, caramelized onions, and sharp cheddar cheese. Rich, savory, and ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
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1 deep-dish pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
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8 large eggs
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1 ½ cups heavy cream (or half-and-half)
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10 strips beef bacon, chopped
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2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
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1 tbsp butter
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1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Fit pie crust into deep-dish pie plate and chill.
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Caramelize onions in butter for 20–25 mins until golden.
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Cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, salt, and pepper. Stir in onions, bacon, and cheese.
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Pour filling into crust. Cover loosely with foil.
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Bake 45 mins covered, then 10–15 mins uncovered until set.
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Let rest 15 mins before slicing.
Notes
- Let it cool before slicing to avoid a runny center.
- Add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for a veggie twist.
- Shred your own cheese for the best melt.
- Use turkey bacon if preferred.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American