Cracked Out Quiche

Cracked Out Quiche Recipe – homemade quiche filled with cheddar, bacon and ranch. SOOO good! Pie crust, bacon, cheddar, eggs, heavy cream, and ranch dressing. Can make ahead of time and freeze unbaked for later. Great for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

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Bacon and Cheese Quiche

Oh, let me tell you about the scrumptious delight that is Cracked Out Quiche! This mouthwatering creation is a true flavor sensation. The combination of crispy bacon, creamy cheddar cheese, and a rich, eggy custard is a match made in foodie heaven. It’s the kind of dish that makes you close your eyes and savor every bite, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that’ll have you coming back for seconds and thirds. This Cracked out quiche is the embodiment of comfort and indulgence, and it’s impossible not to fall in love with its deliciousness.

How to Make Cracked Out Quiche

This bacon and cheese quiche is very easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Place cooked and crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese in the bottom of a frozen deep dish pie crust. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, and ranch dressing. Season with salt and black pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese. Bake in a preheated oven until the eggs are set. Garnish with parsley or chives.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• Can substitute turkey bacon for lower calories.
• For a timesaver, use precooked bacon. I use the big bags of pre-cooked bacon pieces from Costco and Sam’s Club.
• Can substitute milk for heavy cream.
• You do not need to thaw the frozen pie crust before baking the quiche.
  • Feel free to substitute refrigerated pie dough or homemade pie crust.
  • Make the quiche in a 9-inch pie pan.
• Variations/Additions:
  • mushrooms
  • spinach
  • broccoli
  • green onion
  • bell peppers
• What brand of ranch dressing do you use? I like Ken’s ranch dressing and Hidden Valley.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade Outback Ranch Dressing: https://www.plainchicken.com/copycat-outback-ranch-dressing/
• Can quiche be made in advance? Yes! You can assemble the quiche and refrigerate it overnight.
• Can quiche be frozen? Yes! Assemble the quice and place the pie shell on a baking pan. Place the pan in the freezer. Once the quiche is frozen, transfer it to a large freezer bag. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
  • To bake after freezing, thaw completely and bake as directed below. 
  • You can also freeze the baked quiche. Cool the quiche to room temperature and wrap the pan in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
    • To reheat, thaw and reheat in the microwave or cover the quiche with foil and bake at 350ºF for 30 to 40 minutes, until warm.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat in the microwave.

What to Serve with Bacon Quiche

This quiche is a family favorite! We love it for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. This is also great for bridal showers and potlucks. I usually have to double the recipe. I never have any leftovers!

When it comes to serving up a delicious slice of this quiche, there are plenty of delicious options to consider. A simple green salad with a light vinaigrette or a fruit salad is always good. Roasted or steamed asparagus spears make for an elegant side, and their earthy notes complement the dish beautifully. Of course, you can’t go wrong with a warm, crusty baguette or some warm buttery biscuits. No matter what you serve alongside this dish, it is sure to be a hit!

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Cracked Out Quiche

Author: Plain Chicken

Yield: 6 people

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Cracked Out Quiche Recipe – homemade quiche filled with cheddar, bacon, and ranch. SOOO good! Can make ahead of time and freeze unbaked for a quick breakfast/dinner later.

Equipment:

• Mixing Bowls
• Hand Mixer
• Rotary Cheese Grater
• Chef Knives
• Cutting Board

Ingredients:

• 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust
• ¾ cup cooked chopped bacon
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 large eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup bottled ranch dressing

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Place bacon in bottom of pie crust. Top with cheese.
• Whisk together eggs, milk, cream and Ranch dressing. Pour over bacon and cheese.
• Bake for 40-50 minutes, until center is set and the quiche is lightly browned. Allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Notes:

• Can substitute turkey bacon for lower calories.

• For a timesaver, use precooked bacon. I use the big bags of pre-cooked bacon pieces from Costco and Sam’s Club.

• Can substitute milk for heavy cream.

• You do not need to thaw the frozen pie crust before baking the quiche.
  • Feel free to substitute refrigerated pie dough or homemade pie crust.
  • Make the quiche in a 9-inch pie pan.

• Variations/Additions:
  • mushrooms
  • spinach
  • broccoli
  • green onion
  • bell peppers

• What brand of ranch dressing do you use? I like Ken’s ranch dressing and Hidden Valley.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade Outback Ranch Dressing: https://www.plainchicken.com/copycat-outback-ranch-dressing/

• Can quiche be made in advance? Yes! You can assemble the quiche and refrigerate it overnight.

• Can quiche be frozen? Yes! Assemble the quice and place the pie shell on a baking dish. Place the pan in the freezer. Once the quiche is frozen, transfer it to a large freezer bag. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
  • To bake after freezing, thaw completely and bake as directed below. 
  • You can also freeze the baked quiche. Cool the quiche to room temperature and wrap the pan in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
    • To reheat, thaw and reheat in the microwave or cover the quiche with foil and bake at 350ºF for 30 to 40 minutes, until warm.

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat in the microwave.

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