This Crepes Lorraine recipe is a time-honored recipe that I have made countless times and is requested by so many people to have again. The inside is like a Quiche Lorraine the outside is buttery crepes. The whole thing can be made ahead and served just after reheating.
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My mom was not a cook, she could not understand the time spent in the kitchen. She felt that to be in there all day when people gobble it down in 20 minutes was a huge waste of her time. She loved being in the garden and would dig and putz the whole day there.
Her lack of enjoyment in the kitchen leads to very dull and unimaginative meals. That was fine, I didn’t blame her if it wasn’t her thing. She grew gorgeous flowers, fruits, and vegetables that I could then use in the kitchen where my inspirations could take over at a very young age. Her lack of enthusiasm gave me a blank canvas to fill. My father loved the kitchen but was hand-capped and couldn’t cook.
Mom was a great mother though and I miss her dearly. It wasn’t in the kitchen where she taught me life lessons but everywhere else. She loved my cooking and baking and was always there to encourage me and was amazed by my complete immersion into complicated Julia Child recipes at a young age.
The recipe that I give you today is one that I have made a million times. I have made this for my parents, for my family, and for my friends. I have no idea where it came from nor do I have the original recipe anywhere anymore. It is a delicious and easy recipe, that can also be made ahead. Perfect to celebrate on Mother’s Day for brunch, lunch, or even dinner.
It has all the ingredients of a quiche lorraine wrapped up in light as air crepes.
The recipe can be easily doubled to make twice this amount for a large crowd. I have also frozen the crepes with great results.
These are rich and decadent, you don’t need many per person to be satisfied.
Here is a little delicious peek inside. Cheese and bacon all enveloped in a light fluffy crepe, this is the best recipe ever!!
Crepes Lorraine Recipe
Ingredients
Basic Main Dish Crepes
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 2 1/4 cups milk
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. cooking oil
- Butter for the pan
Filling
- 1 green onion diced
- 2 cups shredded swiss cheese or half swiss and half cheddar
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
- 10 slices bacon fried and crumbled
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- For the crepes, mix together the flour, milk, eggs, oil, and salt, and whisk well. Heat a lightly greased (with the butter) 6" crepe pan. Remove from heat and spoon about 2 Tbsp. of batter into the pan while lifting and tilting the skillet to spread evenly. Return to heat and brown one side only. To remove invert the pan onto a plate. Butter the pan in between crepes with a scant amount of butter. Makes approx. 20 crepes.
- For the filling combine the bacon, onion, egg, parsley, and 1 1/2 cups of cheese. Add the sour cream, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well. Spread about 1 Tbsp. of this mixture on one side of each of the crepes and fold it into a triangle. Place in a buttered baking dish; sprinkle the remaining cheese over the crepes and bake for 12 min. at 350F. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately. The crepes can be made up to a day ahead of time and refrigerated. Heat for 20 min. Also freezes well, thaw, and heat.
Here is what everyone else has brought to the table to celebrate the big day!!! I can’t wait until I dive into them all!!
Breakfast:
- Bacon,Egg and Cheddar Scones from Kudos Kitchen By Renee
- Chai Berry Muffins from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Chocolate Almond Prune Bread from What Smells So Good?
- Greek Breakfast Strata from Curious Cuisiniere
- Orange Julius from Neighborfood
- Rum Rolls from Daily Dish Recipes
Appetizers, Soups and Salads:
- Asparagus and Prosciutto Crostini from Hip Foodie Mom
- Carrot Ginger Soup from Confessions of a Culinary Diva
- Chilled Spring Pea Soup from An Appealing Plan
Main Dishes:
- Betty’s Salad from Jelly Toast
- Brussels Sprouts Kofta from Soni’s Food
- Cajun Shrimp Eggplant Casserole from Food Lust People Love
- Crepes Lorraine from Noshing With The Nolands
- Greek Chicken Pizza from Casa de Crews
- Ham and Spinach Quiche from Try Anything Once Culinary
- Lightened-Up Penne & Tomato Cream Sauce with Peas & Prosciutto from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Mini Pot Pies from Jane’s Adventures in Cooking
- Spears in a Blanket from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
Desserts:
- Banana Cream Pie from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Black-Eyed Susan from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Cannoncini alla Crema from Manu’s Menu
- Chocolate Caramel Tart from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Chocolate Creme Brûlée from Desserts Required
- Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake from Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
- Gluten Free Lemon Curd Pie from Gluten Free Crumbley
- Lemon Cookies from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Limoncello Lemon Pound Cake from Killer Bunnies, Inc
- Mom’s Glazed Blueberry Tarts from The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Mom’s Coconut Macaroons from MealDiva
- PB&J Macaron from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Pineapple Empanadas from La Cocina de Leslie
- Scotch Tea Cookies from Shockingly Delicious
- Strawberry Shortcake Whipped Cream Cupcakes from Seduction in the Kitchen
- White Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies from Pies and Plots
Comments & Reviews
Dorothy Herron says
Why is there no way to print out the recipe?
Tara Noland says
There sure is, on the recipe card at the bottom of the post there is a big red button that says print!
Jennifer says
Hi. These look very delicious. I’m concerned though that 12 minutes isn’t enough time for the raw egg to reach a high enough temp for consumption. Would cooking it linger make the crepes fall apart?
Tara Noland says
You could cook it a little longer and the crepes will be fine, if you are worried about that. I have made them so many times and have never had any issues.
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Loving this dish!! Pinned!
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Loving this dish!! Pinned!
Dionne Baldwin says
She must have been so proud of you for exploring different culinary techniques! I do envy your mom’s green thumb.
Your crepes look gorgeous and sound delicious!
The Wimpy Vegetarian says
I loved reading about your mom and how she encouraged you in the kitchen even though it wasn’t her thing. Thanks for sharing some memories, and thanks for sharing this fabulous recipe. What a great, great idea for crepes. Pinning right now. Hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day yesterday 🙂
Alaiyo Kiasi-Barnes says
Gorgeous squared! Wow, so nicely done. This is so elegant and appropriate for Mother’s Day.
Alaiyo
Christy says
Lust. I really want some of these crepes for dinner tomorrow night. Lucky you to have known Julia’s recipes as a youngster, my family didn’t cook so I didn’t try her fabulous cookbooks until I was an adult.
Christy says
Lust. I really want some of these crepes for dinner tomorrow night. Lucky you to have known Julia’s recipes as a youngster, my family didn’t cook so I didn’t try her fabulous cookbooks until I was an adult.
Laura Dembowski says
We all have different passions in life and that’s what makes life great! I never would have thought to do this with crepes, but it looks awesome!
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says
what perfect looking crepes!!! love love love this dish!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much Alice!!
Aunt Bee says
Those crepes look fantastic!!!!!!!!!!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much Brandi!!
Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says
Thanks so much for mentoring me Tara! These Crepes look amazing! I will defiantly have to make them soon for the family! Happy Mother’s Day!
Noshing with the Nolands says
You are so welcome Serena, happy to help you. Thank you for coming over!!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
This is such a gorgeous recipe Tara! I wish I had a slice right now.
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks so much Courtney!!
Jennifer Miller/MealDiva says
Such a wonderful tribute to your mom! 🙂 Happy Mother’s Day Tara! This looks absolutely delicious and I can’t wait to try your recipe! I hope your family spoiled you today!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thank you so much Amber, I am still getting spoiled!! Hope your day was grand too!!