A culinary specialty from Eastern France, and particularly, as you'll have gathered, from Lorraine, quiche lorraine is one of France's favorite dishes. And yet, the recipe couldn't be simpler (but oh so tasty!): it's a savoury tart made with eggs, crème fraiche, lardons and grated cheese, all baked in shortcrust pastry.
Be careful not to alienate the people of Lorraine: no, quiche lorraine contains no vegetables, although some contemporary variants include onions, mushrooms and sometimes even spinach - some would say that's a real heresy (!). Interestingly, quiche lorraine originally contained no cheese!
Often served as a hot or cold starter, quiche lorraine is enjoyed with a small green salad on the side. Appreciated and popular around the world for its simplicity and comfort, quiche lorraine can be found on the menus of a number of Parisian restaurants. Let us give you some tips on how to enjoy a quiche lorraine made the old-fashioned way? Let's get started!
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