Quiche Lorraine

makes 2 quiches

• 3 cups flour
• 1 cup shortening
• 8-9 tsp cold water
• 1 lb bacon, crisply fried and crumbled
• 3 cups shredded swiss cheese
• 2 cups finely chopped onion
• 8 eggs
• 2 pints whipping cream
• 1½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp sugar
• ¼ tsp cayenne red pepper

1. Make pie crust with flour, shortening, water and a pinch of salt.
2. Place in pie plate and prick bottom and sides with fork. Bake at 450°for 10-12 minutes.
3. Shred or grate cheese, chop onion, and set aside.
4. In a bowl, beat eggs lightly with a fork for about 30 seconds. Add cream, sugar, salt, and pepper.
5. Spread one layer each of bacon, cheese, and onion. Add cream mixture.
6. Bake at 425° for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature and bake at 300° for 30-40 minutes. Let stand for a few minutes before cutting.