Eggs and bacon are a marriage made in heaven. Add onion, and this quiche will become an instant family favourite. Perfect for dinner, and save the leftovers for lunch next day. This is an edited extract from All Day Baking: Savoury, Not Sweet by Michael James with Pippa James (Hardie Grant Books, $45). Photography by Lisa Cohen.
39 quick quiches for an effortlessly elegant spread
Need something quick and easy that tastes good – and is good for you? Look no further than these quiche recipes. Perfect for easy dinners, no-fuss lunches or even at your next picnic, there’s nothing a quiche can’t solve.
Goat's cheese, leek and artichoke quiche
Sweet caramelised leeks, piquant artichokes and creamy goat's cheese unite in this irresistible quiche, for when you need a simple yet satisfying lunch.
Comté, thyme and leek quiche
Homemade flaky pastry shines in this impressive cheesy vegetable quiche recipe, but you can substitute store-bought frozen shortcrust pastry and it will be just as delicious, in a fraction of the time.
Asparagus, ricotta and prosciutto quiche
Seasonal spring vegetables teamed with fresh eggs make the perfect filling for a nourishing spelt quiche.
Leftover greens, seeds and cheese tart
Start the evening right with this leftover greens, seeds and cheese tart. It's delicious, colourful and packed full of flavour.
Sauerkraut quiche with caramelised onions
"The ‘sour’ kraut counters the richness of the pastry and creamy cheese filling, while the pockets of caramelised onion bring the perfect touch of sweetness." – Lucy Nunes
Sweet potato, chorizo and goat’s cheese tart
Comfort food doesn't mean hours in the kitchen. Our speedy cafe-style tart will instantly warm you up.
Sweet potato, feta and caramelised onion quiche
Revamp the retro quiche with this show-stopping yet easy recipe. Trust us, it doesn't get much better.
Beetroot, kale and hazelnut quiche
“We like to bake beetroot skin-on, wrapped in foil. This method gives an even texture and a soft, earthy sweetness. It’s also quite forgiving because you don’t need to be super precise about time or temperature. The hazelnuts marry well with kale and beets, especially in a silky custard filling. The sturdy pastry shell of this quiche makes it a great dish for transporting, too.” – Michael James. You’ll need a 24cm (base), 25cm (top), 3.5cm-deep loose-based tart pan for this recipe. Find the puff pastry recipe here.
Smoked salmon tart with dill and parsley pesto
This beautiful smoked salmon tart is dressed in a punchy dill and parsley pesto.
Leek, almond and bruised tomato galette
"Use it, don't lose it" is the motto of waste warrior Phoebe Wood, who comes to the rescue with this upcycled leek, almond and bruised tomato galette recipe.
Bacon and leek quiche
Bacon and leek are such a classic combination, and for good reason. Add them to this simple quiche recipe and you've got a perfect picnic dish.
Quiche Lorraine
This French classic makes a great lunch or dinner with a simple salad, and will have everyone coming back for more.
Smoked salmon and basil tart with lemon and parsley salad
Create a healthy meal with this smoked salmon quiche and lightly dressed salad.
Tarte flamiche with paprika thyme pastry
Winter holidays are filled with heartwarming favourites, like this savoury tart tinted with paprika thyme.