1/2 (10 to 11 oz.) pkg. pie crust mix
1 tbsp. butter, softened
8 slices maple flavored bacon
1/4 lb. (1 c.) shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
4 lg. eggs
2 c. heavy cream
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper

Prepare pie crust mix as label directs for 1 crust pie; use to line 9 inch pie plate. Spread pie crust with butter. Refrigerate crust while preparing filling. Over medium-low heat, cook bacon slices until brown but not crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon with cheese on pie crust. With fork, beat eggs, cream, salt, and ground red pepper. Pour over bacon and cheese in pie crust. Bake 15 minutes at 425 degrees. Reduce heat to 300 degrees and bake 40 minutes. Serves 6 to 8.