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Bacon and Leek Crustless Quiche

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Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 stems leeks cleaned and chopped
  • 4-5 slices thick cut bacon chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 6 oz gruyere or swiss cheese
  • 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • pinch cayenne

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Grease a 9″ square or round baking dish and set aside.
  • Cook bacon in a large pan over medium high heat until golden brown. Remove and set aside to drain.
  • Pour or drain out excess oil in the pan until there is no more than two tablespoons left. Return pan to heat and add leeks.
  • Sprinkle with a little salt and sautée until tender and beginning to brown, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs, heavy cream, salt, white pepper, paprika and cayenne. Then add flour and baking soda and beat until fully combined.
  • Fold in leeks, bacon and half of the cheese. Pour the mixture into a your prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and back for another 5 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy.