Savory Quiche Lorraine

Savory Quiche Lorraine is a delightful low-carb dish featuring a creamy custard filled with crispy bacon and rich cheese, all encased in a flavorful almond flour crust. Perfect for a hearty supper, this quiche is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 1 cup
• Unsalted butter - 4 tablespoons, melted
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Eggs - 3 large
• Heavy cream - 1/2 cup
• Cooked bacon - 4 slices, chopped
• Shredded Gruyère cheese - 1/2 cup
• Chopped green onions - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, melted butter, 1 egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 eggs and heavy cream until well combined.
6. Stir in the chopped bacon, Gruyère cheese, and green onions into the egg mixture.
7. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
8. Bake in the oven for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the top is lightly browned.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 34 g
• Saturated Fat: 16 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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