Whatever happened to quiche? There was a time when quiche was everywhere.

In the 1980s and 90s, you could find a slice of quiche on restaurant menus, at ladies’ luncheons, church brunches, baby showers, and nearly every neighborhood gathering. It was elegant enough for company but simple enough for home cooks. Then, somewhere along the way, quiche quietly disappeared from the spotlight.

Quiche deserves a comeback because it checks all the boxes for today’s busy cooks. It’s easy to make, incredibly versatile, reheats beautifully, and can serve as breakfast, brunch, lunch, or even a light dinner. In an age of meal prep and make-ahead meals, quiche may actually be more relevant than ever.

This Easy Bacon & Swiss Quiche comes together in minutes using a frozen pie crust and a handful of ingredients. The combination of smoky bacon, nutty Swiss cheese, Parmesan, and green onions creates a rich, savory flavor that tastes like you spent far more time in the kitchen than you actually did.

The best part? Breakfast is ready for the week.

Try baking this quiche on Sunday afternoon and slicing it into individual servings. A quick trip through the microwave provides a hot breakfast that’s much more satisfying than a drive-thru breakfast sandwich. Pair it with fresh fruit, and you’ve got a meal that feels a little special, even on a busy weekday morning.

Let’s give quiche the comeback it deserves. One bite of this Easy Bacon & Swiss Quiche, and you’ll wonder why it ever left the menu in the first place.

Easy Bacon & Swiss Quiche

Ingredients

  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 tsp Nature’s Seasoning
  • 5 oz shredded Swiss cheese
  • 3 oz shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup green onions, chopped
  • 3 oz real bacon bits
  • 1 (9-inch) deep-dish frozen pie crust

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Whisk the eggs in a mixing bowl. Add the half and half and Nature’s Seasoning. Whisk until well combined.
  • Place the frozen pie crust on a cookie sheet.
  • Add the Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, green onions, and bacon bits to the pie crust.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust. Gently stir to distribute the ingredients evenly.
  • Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 35 minutes.
  • For the final 10 minutes of baking, place the quiche directly on the oven rack to help crisp the bottom crust.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing.

Food Fairy Tips

  • This quiche reheats beautifully, making it perfect for breakfast meal prep.
  • Store individual slices in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • Pair with fresh fruit, yogurt, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
  • For brunch gatherings, serve alongside fresh berries and a fruit salad.
  • Don’t be afraid to make quiche your own. Ham, sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or different cheeses can easily be substituted for endless variations.
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