Bacon and Swiss Quiche with Homemade Pie Crust

Ingredients

• Chives (1 tablespoon, chopped)
• Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Milk (1 cup)
• Eggs (4)
• Swiss cheese (1 cup, shredded)
• Bacon (6 slices, cooked and crumbled)
• All-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
• Unsalted butter (1/2 cup, cold and cut into small pieces)
• Ice water (4-5 tablespoons)

Instructions

1. To make the homemade pie crust, combine the flour and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl. Add the butter and use your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish. Place the dough in the pie dish and crimp the edges.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper.
5. Sprinkle half of the bacon and Swiss cheese over the bottom of the pie crust.
6. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese.
7. Sprinkle the remaining bacon and Swiss cheese on top.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
10. Garnish with chopped chives before serving.