Description
Kiwi classic Bacon and Egg Pie delivers pure comfort from New Zealand kitchens, blending flaky pastry with rich, hearty fillings. Breakfast champions will savor each golden, crisp-edged slice brimming with smoky bacon and perfectly runny eggs.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 sheet shortcrust pastry
- 8 large eggs
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dairy and Cream:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pastry by rolling it out and carefully lining a pie dish, ensuring an even coverage. Use a fork to create small punctures across the base, then chill in the refrigerator to firm up the dough.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high temperature and cook bacon until it reaches a deep golden-brown and crispy texture. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease, then roughly chop into rustic pieces.
- Crack eggs into a mixing bowl and whisk vigorously with cream, introducing a blend of seasonings like salt, pepper, and optional fresh herbs. Incorporate half the grated cheese and the prepared bacon pieces into the liquid mixture.
- Remove the chilled pastry from the refrigerator and gently pour the egg and bacon concoction into the crust, ensuring an even distribution. Sprinkle the remaining cheese across the surface to create a delectable topping.
- Slide the pie into a preheated oven set at 375°F (190°C) and bake until the filling transforms into a set, golden-brown masterpiece with slightly puffy edges, typically requiring 30-35 minutes.
- Once baked, extract from the oven and allow the pie to rest and settle for approximately 10 minutes. This brief cooling period helps the filling stabilize, making it easier to slice and serve while maintaining its appetizing appearance.
Notes
- Swap store-bought pastry with homemade for a more authentic, rich flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- Select high-quality bacon with good fat marbling to ensure maximum crispiness and deeper taste profile.
- Consider adding caramelized onions or roasted bell peppers for extra depth and complexity in the pie’s flavor.
- Create a gluten-free version by using almond flour or coconut flour pastry crust for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 305 mg