Bacon and Double Cheese Quiche Mini Tarts

1 Package Tenderflake® Mini-Tart Shells

3 Strips MAPLE LEAF® Bacon

2 Eggs, beaten

1/2 cup (125 mL) 18% cream

1 tsp (5 mL) Finely chopped fresh thyme

Salt & pepper

1/4 cup (50 mL) Shredded Gruyere cheese

¼ cup (50 mL) Shredded White cheddar cheese

Method:

Prep Time 25 min

Total Time 45 min

Skill Level Basic

Serves 6 (3 tarts each)

Classification Appetizer

PREHEAT oven to 375˚F (190˚C).

PREPARE mini-tart shells as per package directions for unfilled tart shells. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.

COOK the bacon in a large fry pan until crisp. Remove to paper towel to drain. Crumble, or cut bacon into small pieces.

WHISK together eggs, cream, thyme, salt and pepper in a small bowl.

POUR egg mixture into cooked and cooled mini-tart shells.

SPRINKLE the cooked bacon and cheese over the egg mixture. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until quiche is set and pastry golden.