Crustless Bacon, Spinach & Swiss Quiche - Low Carb

gracefire's Note:

I've read through a lot of recipes to come up with my version of this quiche. I wanted to make one that is crustless and low carb, and this one is a WINNER! But once I start eating it, I just don't want to stop! I thought I could make it ahead so I could have a quick breakfast on work mornings, but this rarely lasts out the day it was made!

• Total Time: 45 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 lb bacon
• 1 large onion , chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter , divided
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 10 ounces frozen spinach , thawed
• 6 ounces swiss cheese , shredded
• 6 eggs
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• salt
• pepper

Directions:

1. On a foil lined pan, cook bacon in 350 degree F. oven until crisp.
2. While bacon cooks, chop onion and shred cheese.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon oil in skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, and stir to coat.
4. When onion turns glossy, add thawed spinach, and stir to mix. Heat about 5 minutes, then remove from heat to cool.
5. Remove bacon from oven, and place on a paper-towel lined plate to drain.
6. Stir together eggs, salt, pepper & heavy whipping cream in a medium bowl.
7. Add in cheese, onion/spinach mixture, and bacon. Stir thoroughly to mix.
8. Butter a glass pie plate or quiche dish, pour mix in, and pat evenly with a fork.
9. Bake in 350 degrees F. oven 25-30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Let rest 5 minutes before cutting & serving.
11. I bet you can't eat just ONE slice!

Reviews

[busymom2009]

Loved it!!!! This recipe was surprisingly easy, and one I will definitely pass on to others! Thank you!

[loof]

This quiche is terrific! I used fresh spinach, precooked bacon, and lowfat milk instead of cream with great results. The quiche is so tasty you don't even miss the crust. Easy to make and delicious - thanks for sharing the recipe! Made for the Best of 2011 event, recommended by Jociecee

[Jociecee]

I made this delicious, easy recipe for brunch in the days after Christmas 2011. I did substitute leftover Christmas ham and had broccoli instead of spinach, but I will use the pound of bacon (my kids will love it!) and spinach next time. I will be making this recipe regularly-thanks for a quick, tasty, crustless quiche recipe!