A Bacon, Onion, and Herb Quiche for Slow Summer Mornings

There are seasons when I enjoy spending an afternoon baking something elaborate, and there are seasons when I simply need a few good things prepared ahead of time. Early summer often feels like the second kind of season. The days are longer. The garden needs tending. There are books to read on the porch, errands to run, and all the ordinary work of home asking for my attention. This bacon, onion, and herb quiche has become one of my favorite recipes for those weeks. I can make it on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon, tuck it into the refrigerator, and enjoy slices throughout the week for breakfast, lunch, or even a simple supper alongside a salad.  The fresh herbs in this recipe bring brightness, the bacon adds richness, and the eggs make it satisfying enough to satisfy us through busy mornings.

More than anything, I appreciate recipes that help create a little margin. A prepared meal waiting in the refrigerator is a small kindness to my future self, and those small acts often make a home feel calmer and more manageable. If you are looking for a simple recipe to keep on hand this summer, this one is worth adding to your collection.

Why I Love This Recipe

• It can be made ahead of time.
• It reheats beautifully.
• It works for breakfast, lunch, or supper.
• Fresh summer herbs add wonderful flavor.
• It pairs easily with fruit or a simple green salad.

Bacon, Onion, and Herb Quiche

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Bacon, Onion, & Fresh Herb Quiche

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword bacon, bacon, onion, fresh herb, fresh herb, onion

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes

Resting Time 10 minutes

Servings 8

Author angie4freshw

Ingredients

• 6 Slices Thick Bacon
• 1 Green Onion Chopped
• 1 Medium Onion
• 1 Tbsp Fresh Rosemary Chopped
• 1 Tbsp Fresh Thyme Chopped
• 6 Large Eggs
• 4 Oz. Goat Cheese
• ½ Cup Mozzarella Cheese Grated
• 1 Cup Whole Milk
• Salt To Taste
• Black Pepper To Taste
• 1 Pie Crust Homemade or Store Bought

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a pie plate with parchment paper.

2. Add the pie crust to your pie plate and keep it chilled in the refrigerator until ready to use.

3. In a 12-inch skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, leaving about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.

4. Add the onions to the skillet and sauté until translucent and lightly browned. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

5. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, rosemary, thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper until smooth.

6. Remove the pie crust from the refrigerator and scatter the bacon and onions evenly across the bottom.

7. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and onions.

8. Sprinkle the mozzarella and goat cheese evenly over the top.

9. Bake in the preheated oven until the center is set and the top is golden brown, about 35–40 minutes.

10. Allow the quiche to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Recipe Notes

This quiche keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for several days, making it a wonderful option for summer breakfasts and simple lunches throughout the week. Reheat individual slices gently in the oven or enjoy them cold alongside fresh fruit.

A Few Serving Ideas

This quiche pairs especially well with:

• Fresh berries
• Sliced peaches
• A simple green salad
• Homemade sourdough toast
• Iced tea on the porch during warm afternoons

More Summer Recipes to Enjoy

Summer meals are often at their best when they are simple. Fresh ingredients, a little preparation, and recipes that can be enjoyed throughout the week leave more time for the things we want to savor during this season. Here are a few more summer favorites from my kitchen:Melon and Strawberry Salad, Nectarine Tart with Honey and Rosemary, or maybe you will enjoy this Blueberry Cheesecake.