Dairy Free Quiche Broccoli Bacon (Grain-Free) – Paleo

Instructions

Pie Crust

1. Combine the almond flour, potato starch, tapioca starch, sugar, and salt, whisking together until combined.
2. In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the shortening/butter with the flour mixture until the shortening/butter is pea sized and the mixture is dry and crumbly.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse just until combined. Do not over-process or the dough will not be as flaky.
4. Place dough onto a piece of plastic wrap and form into a disc. Wrap tightly and refrigerate while preparing the filling.

Quiche

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. While the crust is chilling, cut the bacon into small pieces (kitchen shears work perfectly for this). Cook the bacon in a large skillet until perfectly crispy, about 10 minutes.
3. Remove bacon from skillet with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel. Do not discard grease, keep it in the skillet.
4. Add the diced onions to the skillet. Saute for about 2 minutes and then add the minced garlic. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes and then add the chopped broccoli florets.
5. Cook the veggies until all are tender, about 3 minutes.
6. In a large bowl, scramble the eggs with a whisk or fork. Add in all remaining ingredients (except smoked paprika) and stir to combine. Set aside.
7. Remove the pie crust dough from the fridge. Place the between the 2 sheets of parchment paper and roll out to the diameter of your pie or tart pan. Gently place the crust in the pan and press up the sides of the pan. Pinch together and smooth to fill any holes or tears that form (the crust is forgiving, don't worry about it). Prick the bottom a few times with a fork.
8. Parbake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
9. Remove from oven and add the broccoli mixture and crumbled bacon. Pour the egg mixture over the top and sprinkle on the paprika.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until set in the center, not jiggly. Mine takes closer to 40 minutes because my oven doesn't get as hot as a normal oven.
11. Let cool about 10 minutes, slice, and serve. Or refrigerate and reheat one slice at a time (in the toaster oven at 350°F until heated through, or in the microwave for about 45 seconds per slice) or up to 1 week later.