6 servings
Frenchmen claim that this savory custard pie originated in Lorraine. The Germans say Alsace. This popular pie was preceded in culinary evolution by cheese tarts such as the one prepared 600 years ago by Taillevent for Charles VI.
1 (9-in.) pie shell, unbaked
6 eggs, beaten
8 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
1 C. (4 oz.) shredded Swiss cheese
1¼ C. half and half or light cream
½ tsp. salt
⅛ tsp. nutmeg
⅛ tsp. pepper