The Secret Chefs

Join us today as we make our Quiche Lorraine. We enjoy making this dish because it is quick, easy, and scrumptious!  First, thaw pie crust and place it in the pan. Press gently along all the sides to ensure no air is in between the pan and the crust. Then take a fork and poke holes along the bottom and sides of the crust. Cover the pie crust with aluminum foil near insides of the crust. See picture above. Use oven or toaster oven to cook at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Then remove foil and cook for 2 more minutes. Line the bottom of the pan with bacon, cheese, and onion. Then in a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Mix in cream, salt, pepper, and parsley. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon, cheese, and onion in the pan. Caution! Your pan will be very full! Complete by baking for 45-60 minutes at 325 degrees. The edges should be golden brown! Let sit for 10 minutes before serving! Then, devour!!  Ingredients: 1 pie shell 1 cup of shredded Swiss chees...

Hard-cooked eggs (aka. hard-boiled eggs) are not only full of healthy vitamins and nutrients, but are delicious, as well.  On their own they're portable and make great protein packed snacks.  These simple-to-make eggs can be used in many ways, whether it be to make deviled eggs or dress up a salad or sandwich.  This post walks you through the steps of making perfect hard-cooked eggs.      Instructions:   Cover with cold water until water reaches 1 inch above the top of the eggs. Add a sprinkle of salt to the water. Cover pot and turn heat to high.  When the water boils, turn off the stove. Let eggs sit in hot water for 12-15 minutes.   While the eggs are sitting in the hot water, prepare a bath of ice water.      Place eggs quickly into an ice bath, being careful not to crack them.   Let chill completely. Remove from water and store in the refrigerator. Peel and rinse th...