Asparagus Bacon Quiche Recipe

Asparagus Bacon Quiche Recipe
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100% would make again

Lovely asparagus peeks out of every slice of this hearty quiche, which is delicious and a little different. I like to make it for special occasions—it's a welcome addition to any brunch buffet. —Suzanne McKinley, Lyons, Georgia

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  • 6-8 Servings
  • Prep: 20 min. Bake: 35 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
  • 3 eggs
  • 1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tablespoon sliced green onions
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Pinch ground nutmeg

Directions

  • Line the unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes; remove foil. Bake 5 minutes longer; remove from the oven and set aside.
  • Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes; drain well. Arrange the bacon and asparagus in the crust.
  • In a bowl, beat eggs; add cream, 1/2 cup cheese, onions, sugar, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Pour over asparagus. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 400° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake 23-25 minutes longer or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 piece) equals 296 calories, 19 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 119 mg cholesterol, 557 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 12 g protein.

Asparagus Bacon Quiche published in Taste of Home April/May 1997, p29

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Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2009 by lclroberts

This is one of my families favorites. This is great for those times when dinner is late and you don't want anything to heavy. The taste is wonderful.

Reviewed on May. 20, 2009 by MzOreo

This was such a simple and delicious recipe! I'm planning on making this one again!

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