Quiche Lorraine is a classic savory tart originating from the region of Lorraine in northeastern France. Its earliest versions date back to the Middle Ages, when bakers prepared a simple open pie filled with eggs and cream baked in bread dough.
The name “quiche” is believed to come from the German word "kuchen", meaning “cake,” reflecting the region’s historical ties to Germany. It is traditionally made with smoked bacon, cream and eggs.
The handwritten notes in the Quiche Lorraine recipe are in French.