225 g (8 oz) shortcrust pastry
225 g (8 oz) streaky bacon, rinds removed and chopped
3 standard eggs
Salt
Black pepper
1 pinch mixed herbs (optional)
Milk or beaten egg to glaze
Preheat the oven to 190°C (370°F or gas mark 5)
Divide the pastry into two equal portions, roll it out, and line a 20 cm (8-inch) oven-proof dish with one portion.
Combine the bacon and eggs, then mix in any seasoning or herbs.
Pour the egg mixture into the lined dish. Moisten the edge of the pastry then cover the dish with the second portion of rolled-out pastry.
Seal the edges. Make a small hole in the centre to allow steam to escape. If desired, the pastry can be brushed with a beaten egg or milk to improve the browning.
Bake for about 35â40 minutes in the preheated oven.
35â40 minutes
- âąThe bacon can be fried or grilled if desired.