Bacon Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound (450g) thick-cut bacon
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (1 stick, 113g) unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 1/4 cup (60ml) ice water
• 12 large eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 1/2 cup (120g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) chopped fresh chives

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a 9-inch (23cm) deep-dish pie plate with parchment paper.
3. In a large skillet, fry bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside on paper towels to drain.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add butter cubes and use your fingers to work them into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 12-inch (30cm) circle. Transfer to the prepared pie plate and trim the edges.
7. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
8. Crumble the bacon and sprinkle evenly over the pie crust.
9. Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
10. Sprinkle with chives before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 420 per slice
• Fat: 25g
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, savory, and satisfying
• Eggs cooked to perfection
• Crispy bacon adds a salty crunch
• Perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner

User Comments:

• "This is the best bacon pie I've ever had! The bacon and egg combination is perfect."
• "I love the flaky crust and the fluffy eggs."
• "This pie is so easy to make and it tastes amazing."
• "It's a great way to use up leftover bacon."
• "The Parmesan cheese adds a nice nutty flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease the pie plate with butter.
• If the pie crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
• Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing into it for the best results.