# Crustless Bacon, Spinach & Swiss Quiche - Low Carb

> A protein-packed crustless quiche loaded with bacon, spinach, and Swiss cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

**Prep time:** 20 minutes
**Cook time:** 30 minutes
**Total time:** 45 minutes
**Servings:** 8
**Storage:** Refrigerates 4 days

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## Ingredients

- 1 lb bacon
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed
- 6 oz Swiss cheese, shredded
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Salt
- Pepper

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## Shopping List

### 🥓 Meat
- [ ] 1 lb bacon

### 🥬 Produce
- [ ] 1 large onion

### 🧀 Dairy
- [ ] 2 tbsp butter
- [ ] 6 oz Swiss cheese
- [ ] 6 eggs
- [ ] 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

### 🥶 Frozen
- [ ] 10 oz frozen spinach

### 🧂 Pantry
- [ ] Olive oil (need 1 tsp)
- [ ] Salt
- [ ] Pepper

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## Instructions

1. **Cook the bacon.** On a foil-lined pan, cook bacon in 350°F oven until crisp.

2. **Sauté onion and spinach.** While bacon cooks, chop onion and shred cheese. Heat 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp oil in skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and stir to coat. When onion turns glossy, add thawed spinach and stir to mix. Heat about 5 minutes, then remove from heat to cool.

3. **Prepare bacon.** Remove bacon from oven and place on a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.

4. **Make egg mixture.** Stir together eggs, salt, pepper, and heavy whipping cream in a medium bowl.

5. **Assemble quiche.** Butter a glass pie plate or quiche dish. Pour mix in and pat evenly with a fork. Add in cheese, onion/spinach mixture, and bacon. Stir thoroughly to mix.

6. **Bake the first stage.** In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil for about 2 minutes. Add the "breaded" chicken. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until browned on each side.

7. **Finish baking.** Remove from the skillet and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes or until they are warm all the way through and slightly crisp on the outside.

8. **Cool before serving.** Butter a glass pie plate or quiche dish, pour mix in, and pat evenly with a fork.

9. **Bake.** Bake in 350°F oven for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

10. **Rest.** Let rest 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

11. **Note.** I bet you can't eat just ONE slice!

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## Serving Ideas

- With a side salad for brunch
- Alongside fresh fruit
- With roasted potatoes or hash browns
- Cut into small squares for appetizers
- Reheated for quick breakfast throughout the week

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## Notes

- Crustless quiche is naturally low-carb and gluten-free
- Can substitute other cheeses like Gruyere or cheddar
- Fresh spinach can be used instead of frozen (sauté until wilted)
- Make ahead and reheat individual slices in the microwave
- Freezes well for up to 2 months