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Blue Cheese Quiche with Caramelized Pears

Blue Cheese Quiche with Caramelized Pears
Sweet sauteed onions and pears match the bold flavors of blue cheese in this decadent version of a brunch classic. Pop it in the oven, and you’ll have just enough time to whip up a fruit salad and refresh guests’ drinks. —Maggie Norman, Gaithersburg, Maryland
8 ServingsPrep: 25 min. Bake: 30 min.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 turkey bacon strips, diced
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
  • 8 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • TOPPING:
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3 medium pears, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

  • Unfold puff pastry; press into a greased 9-in. fluted tart pan with
  • removable bottom. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat
  • until crisp. Spoon bacon into crust and sprinkle with blue cheese.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, Parmesan cheese, salt,
  • nutmeg and pepper; pour over top.
  • Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted near the
  • center comes out clean. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion
© Taste of Home 2013

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Blue Cheese Quiche with Caramelized Pears (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • in oil until tender. Add pears and brown sugar; cook 4 minutes
  • longer. Serve with quiche. Yield: 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece with about 1/4 cup topping equals 501 calories, 35 g fat (15 g saturated fat), 284 mg cholesterol, 916 mg sodium, 32 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 17 g protein.
Wine: Sparkling Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a sparkling wine.
© Taste of Home 2013