Classic Quiche Lorraine

Directions

1. 1
   Line a 9-inch quiche dish or pie pan with pastry; trim excess pastry around edges.
2. 2
   Prick bottom and sides of shell with a fork and bake at 425° for 6 to 8 minutes.
3. 3
   Let cool on wire rack. Sprinkle bacon and cheese evenly into pastry shell.
4. 4
   Combine eggs, half and half, salt and pepper; mix well and pour into shell.
5. 5
   Bake the quiche at 425° for 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Reduce heat to 300° and bake an additional 40 minutes or until set.
7. 7
   Yields one 9-inch quiche.