Savory Crustless Bacon and Cheese Quiche
Indulge in this deliciously easy, savory Crustless Bacon and Cheese Quiche, perfect for brunch or a wholesome family dinner. This dish features a rich blend of eggs, creamy cheeses, and crispy bacon, all enhanced by the freshness of green onions and tomatoes. With no crust to worry about, this quiche is not only simple to prepare but also a lighter alternative to traditional quiche recipes. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy a delightful meal that's sure to impress your friends and family!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Green onions
5 (Chopped, divided)
Tomato
1 (Chopped, divided)
OSCAR MAYER Bacon
12 slices (Cooked until crispy)
Fresh mushrooms
1 cup (Sliced)
Eggs
12 (Beaten)
BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat Sour Cream or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
1/3 cup (Mixed with eggs)
KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 cup (Sprinkled on top)
KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1 cup (Sprinkled on top)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain it on paper towels, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.
3
Add the sliced mushrooms to the reserved drippings in the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat and crumble the bacon into small pieces.
4
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sour cream until well blended. Stir in the crumbled bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and half of the chopped green onions and tomatoes.
5
Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish and pour the egg mixture into it. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the center is set and no longer jiggles when shaken.
7
Once baked, remove the quiche from the oven and top with the reserved green onions and tomatoes. Allow it to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Crustless Bacon and Cheese Quiche?
It is a simple, savory egg dish filled with bacon, mushrooms, tomatoes, and a blend of cheeses, made without a crust for a lighter alternative to traditional quiche.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 12 eggs, which should be beaten and mixed with sour cream.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius) before baking.
How long does it take to bake the quiche?
The quiche should bake for approximately 30 minutes until the center is set.
What kind of bacon should I use?
The recipe calls for 12 slices of OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked until crispy.
Can I use low-fat ingredients?
Yes, the recipe suggests using BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat Sour Cream and KRAFT 2% Milk shredded cheeses.
What size baking dish is needed?
You should use a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
How do I prepare the mushrooms?
Sauté 1 cup of sliced fresh mushrooms in 1 tablespoon of reserved bacon drippings for about 2 minutes.
Which cheeses are included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese and 1 cup of KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese.
How do I know when the quiche is finished cooking?
The quiche is done when the center is set and no longer jiggles when you shake the pan.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Because this quiche is crustless, it does not contain traditional wheat-based crust ingredients, but always check your specific ingredient labels for gluten.
When do I add the green onions and tomatoes?
Half of the onions and tomatoes are stirred into the egg mixture before baking, and the remaining half is used as a topping after baking.
Do I need to grease the pan?
Yes, you should grease the 13x9-inch baking dish before pouring in the egg mixture.
Can I serve this quiche at room temperature?
Yes, this dish is versatile and can be served warm or at room temperature.
How long should the quiche cool before slicing?
It is recommended to let the quiche cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
What vegetables are in this quiche?
The quiche contains green onions, fresh mushrooms, and chopped tomato.
How much sour cream is used?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of sour cream whisked into the eggs.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 325 degrees F.
How many green onions do I need?
The recipe calls for 5 green onions, chopped and divided.
Is this a good recipe for brunch?
Absolutely, it is perfect for brunch or as a wholesome family dinner.
Should I drain the bacon?
Yes, cook the bacon until crispy and drain on paper towels, but reserve one tablespoon of the drippings for the mushrooms.
Can I use KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream?
Yes, KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream is a suggested alternative for this recipe.
How many slices of bacon are required?
You will need 12 slices of bacon for this recipe.
Do I whisk the sour cream and eggs together?
Yes, whisk the eggs and sour cream in a mixing bowl until they are well blended.
How much tomato is needed?
The recipe uses 1 chopped tomato, divided.
What kind of mushrooms should I use?
The recipe specifies 1 cup of sliced fresh mushrooms.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe because it requires no crust preparation and uses simple steps.
Where do I put the shredded cheese?
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the egg mixture in the baking dish.
Can I use other types of cheese?
While the recipe specifies cheddar and mozzarella, you could experiment with other shredded varieties depending on your preference.
Does this quiche have a high protein content?
With 12 eggs, bacon, and two types of cheese, this dish is a high-protein meal option.