Here’s a Strict Carnivore Portuguese Baked Eggs recipe, designed to keep things 100% animal-based while maintaining the comforting essence of this dish.
Strict Carnivore Portuguese Baked Eggs
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 4 strips of bacon (chopped)
- 1/2 cup ground beef or sausage (optional, for added protein)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan or shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or gouda work well)
- 2 tbsp butter, ghee, or beef tallow (for greasing and flavor)
- 1/4 tsp salt (to taste)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Bacon and Beef:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy.
- Add the ground beef or sausage (if using) and cook until browned. Remove the mixture and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce:
- Add the butter or tallow to the skillet with the bacon fat and melt over low heat.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated cheese. Let it simmer gently until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Combine Everything in an Oven-Safe Dish:
- Grease an oven-safe skillet or small baking dish with butter or tallow.
- Spread the cooked bacon and beef evenly across the bottom.
- Pour the creamy cheese sauce over the meat mixture.
- Add the Eggs:
- Make small wells in the sauce and crack the eggs into the wells.
- Bake the Dish:
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain soft. If you prefer firmer yolks, bake for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. For extra richness, drizzle with melted butter or top with additional shredded cheese.
Pro Tips:
- Cheese Variety: Use different cheeses for flavor variations—blue cheese, gouda, or gruyere add great depth.
- Extra Fat: Drizzle with bacon grease or beef tallow before serving for added richness.
- Make Ahead: Cook the bacon and ground beef ahead of time to save prep time when making this dish fresh.
This Strict Carnivore Portuguese Baked Eggs recipe is indulgent, satisfying, and completely animal-based, making it a perfect addition to your carnivore-friendly meal plan! 🥓🍳🧈