Ingredients

The following ingredients have 10 Servings
  • 2 batches Foolproof Shortcrust Pastry
  • 1 ½ lbs large yellow onions, ((about 2) also called Spanish onions, trimmed, peeled, and thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp kosher salt, (or fine sea salt, divided)
  • 1 lb thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/4-in (0.5 cm) cubes, or thin strips
  • 2 cups whole milk (3.25% m.f.), (or partly skimmed milk (2% m.f.))
  • 1 cup heavy cream (35% m.f.)
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • ½ cup grated Comté, Gruyère, or Emmenthal cheese

Instruction

  • Lightly grease a 9-in (23 cm) springform pan with 3-in (7.5 cm) sides. Set aside.