Ingredients
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2 cups thick german bacon, diced (Speck) or 2 cups thick bacon, diced into cubes
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1 large onion, diced ((about 1 cup))
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1 teaspoon caraway seed, (or less to taste) (optional)
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1 (2 cup) can german style sauerkraut, drained well,rinsed if desired
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1 cup sour cream
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2 large eggs
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2 cups white hard cheese, grated ((such as Swiss or Gruyere))
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1 9 inch prepared pie pastry dough, unbaked
Instructions
- Line a deep dish pie plate with enough pastry to make a crust on the bottom and sides and set aside.
- Cook diced Speck or bacon in a skillet; drain fat, reserving 1 tsp in which to saute the onions.
- Sprinkle diced bacon, caraway seeds, and sauteed onions in pie plate.
- Combine the remaining ingredients (sauerkraut, sour cream, eggs, and grated cheese) and pour into the pan as if you were filling a quiche.
- Bake at 325-350 F (or 175 C) for about 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, not gloppy.
- Let cool slightly before serving.