Classic Quiche Lorraine

Directions

1. 1
   In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crisp; transfer bacon to a paper-towel lined plate using a slotted spoon; let bacon drain.
2. 2
   Discard all but 1 tablespoon bacon drippings from pan.
3. 3
   Add in onion and shallot; stir/saute for 5 minutes or until tender; stir in parsley.
4. 4
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; add in onion mixture and bacon; stir to combine.
5. 5
   Sprinkle cheese over the bottom of the pie shell.
6. 6
   Pour egg mixture over all.
7. 7
   Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 40-45 minutes or until knife inserted into center comes out clean (cover pie crust edges as appropriate if become too brown).
8. 8
   Let stand for 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Cut into wedges and serve.