Mini Quiche Lorraines

makes 24

Ingredients:
3 sheets ready rolled shortcrust pastry, thawed
2 oz Gruyere cheese, grated
1 oz butter
2 pieces of cooked bacon, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
2 eggs
3/4 c cream
1/2 t nutmeg
fresh chives, cut into small strips for garnish (optional)

Directions:
1. Lightly grease two 12-hole muffin pan. Preheat oven to 375F. Using plain 3 in cutter, cut rounds of pastry and fit into pan. Divide cheese evenly among the pastry bases. Cover and refrigerate while making filling.

2. Heat up butter in small pan and book bacon and onion together for 2-3 min, until tender. Drain on paper towels. When cool, divide mixture evenly among bases. Whisk eggs in bowl w/ cream, nutmeg, and freshly ground pepper. Pour or spoon carefully over bacon mixture.

3. Place 2-3 strips of chive on top of each quiche to decorate (if desired). Bake for 20 mins or until lightly brown and set. Serve hot or warm.

*These quiches can be cooked up to 2 days ahead and stored in airtight container in fridge in the fridge. They can be frozen in single layers for up to 2 months. Reheat in 350 F oven.