Do you bake a pie crust first for quiche?

Here's why:

* Quiche is baked in one go: The quiche filling (eggs, milk/cream, cheese, and other ingredients) is poured directly onto the unbaked pie crust, and then the whole thing is baked together.

* Pre-baking can lead to a soggy crust: If you bake the crust first, it can become soggy from the wet quiche filling.

* Blind-baking is an exception: Some recipes may call for blind-baking the crust first, especially if you are using a very buttery crust. This helps prevent the crust from becoming soggy, but it's not the standard method.

Here's the usual process:

1. Prepare the pie crust: Roll out your dough and press it into your pie pan.

2. Prick the bottom of the crust: This helps prevent air bubbles from forming and ensures even baking.

3. Add the filling: Pour your quiche filling directly onto the unbaked crust.

4. Bake until set: The quiche is done when the filling is set and slightly puffed.

Let me know if you have any other baking questions!