🍳 Low-Carb Crustless Quiche Lorraine
A rich, creamy, and high-protein breakfast or lunch option.
Ingredients
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3 Large eggs
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180ml Double cream
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75ml Sour cream
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75g Full-fat cream cheese
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65g Cheddar cheese, grated
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1 Pack Smoked bacon lardons
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Small knob of butter (for frying)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prep the Bacon: Fry the smoked bacon lardons in a little butter until fully cooked and crispy. Remove from heat and let them cool down before adding to the egg mixture.
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Combine the Base: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, double cream, sour cream, cream cheese, and grated cheddar until well combined.
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Assemble: Stir the cooled bacon lardons into the creamy egg mixture.
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Bake: Pour the mixture into a quiche dish or tart pan. Bake at 180°C for 25 minutes.
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The “Slow Finish”: Once the timer goes off, turn the oven off. Leave the quiche inside with the oven door slightly ajar for 15 minutes to allow it to finish setting perfectly.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and enjoy.
Health Benefits for Your Success
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Keto-Friendly: With zero flour or grains, this fits perfectly into your low-carb lifestyle.
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High Satiety: The combination of healthy fats from the cream and cheese with the protein from eggs and bacon will keep you full for hours.
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Versatile: This recipe is easily adaptable; you could add spinach or mushrooms to increase your micronutrient intake without adding many carbs.