Description:

This is an adaptation of a recipe from the White House during the Kennedy, Johnson and Nixon administrations. Favorite of Jackie Onassis.

Serves/Makes:6 or more

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (125 ml) finely minced shallots
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) dry white wine
• 6 eggs
• 2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream
• 1 tsp (5 ml). salt
• 1/4 tsp (1 ml). white pepper
• 1/4 tsp (1 ml). freshly grated nutmeg
• 6 oz (168 grm). shredded imported gruyere cheese
• 1 pre-baked 10-inch pastry shell with a high rim (preferrably in a quiche dish)

Preparation

• Place shallots and white wine in a small saucepan.
• Bring to a boil over low heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
• Remove and set aside to cool.
• Beat eggs and cream together very gently.
• Fold in shallot mixture and spices.
• Sprinkle cheese over bottom of pre-baked crust.
• Pour in custard mixture.
• Bake at 350 degrees (175 C.) for 35 to 45 minutes, or until custard is set.
• Cover edges of pie crust with foil if crust gets too dark.
• Let quiche set for 10 minutes prior to serving.

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