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Lothringer Speckkuchen  (Quiche Lorraine)

This quiche from the Lorraine region of France is of German origin. The addition of cheese is a modern addition, so leave it out if you prefer. Read my article Zee Keesh! or The Quiche and I for more information on this famous quiche.

 

makes one 25 cm. quiche 

preheat oven to 180° C.

 

1 Basic Pastry  (see Quiche Bases)

4 eggs

200 g. crème fraîche or cream

100-150 g. Gruyère cheese (optional)
150 g. lean, smoked bacon (pork belly)

150 g. ham 

a little butter

salt, white pepper

nutmeg

Line a lightly buttered quiche form and line with the pastry.

 

Cut the pork belly and the ham into small pieces or cubes and fry in a little butter.  Beat the eggs lightly and add the crème fraîche, a little salt, pepper and a good grating of nutmeg.  Add the bacon and ham.

Bake for 20 to 30 minutes.

 

Note:  another modern addition is to add a small handful of chopped chives.

 

Tip:  visit the Food Bytes section for artichoke articles!  Other great bases for this quiche are pastry, puff pastry or see Quiche Bases for more alternatives.

 

Related article:  Zee Keesh! or The Quiche and I  history, info, tips

 

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