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Bacon & Cheese Quiche

Savory Bacon & Cheese Quiche: Your Perfect Low-Carb Breakfast

Delight in this Bacon & Cheese Quiche, a low-carb breakfast that’s simple, savory, and crowd-pleasing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Quiche Base
  • 6 large Eggs Provide structure and protein.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be replaced with half-and-half.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked works best.
For the Add-Ins
  • 6 slices Bacon Feel free to substitute with turkey bacon.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Substitute with mozzarella or gouda if desired.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking dish by greasing it.
  2. In a skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until combined and pale yellow.
  4. Stir in crispy bacon and cheddar cheese into the egg mixture until well incorporated.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until puffed and golden.
  6. Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing into wedges and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 14gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bacon is crispy before mixing into the egg mixture. Whisk eggs well for a light texture.

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