Some recipes stay with a family because they are fancy, and some stay because they are simple enough to save supper on a busy night. This little bacon Stanbridge bake falls into that second category, the kind of neighborly recipe that gets passed hand to hand on an index card and earns a permanent place in the box. With only four main ingredients, it bakes up rich, hearty, and satisfying, with crisp bacon tucked under a blanket of browned mozzarella that makes it feel far more special than the effort suggests.
Serve this bake with a big green salad, buttery steamed green beans, or roasted broccoli if you want to keep things low carb and balanced. It also goes nicely beside sliced tomatoes, dill pickles, or a spoonful of sour cream on the plate. For folks at brunch, I have seen it disappear next to scrambled eggs and a pot of hot coffee just as quickly as it does at supper.
Low Carb 4-Ingredient Bacon Stanbridge Bakes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
8 slices bacon, chopped
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup cottage cheese
Directions
1. Heat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a small foil tray or 8-inch baking dish.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until browned and crisp. Transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate and let it cool slightly.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in the cottage cheese, half of the mozzarella, and the cooked bacon until evenly combined.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared tray and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the top.
5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden brown around the edges.
6. Let the bake rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving warm.
Variations & Tips
Add a little onion: If you do not mind stepping past the strict four-ingredient idea, a few tablespoons of finely minced onion cooked with the bacon add sweetness and a little old-fashioned casserole flavor.
Try a sharper cheese: Mozzarella gives you that lovely melt, but part cheddar or Monterey Jack will lend a deeper flavor and a browner top. Keep at least half mozzarella if you want the soft cheese pull.
Make it ahead: You can cook the bacon and mix the filling earlier in the day, then cover and refrigerate it until baking time. Let the mixture sit out for about 15 minutes before it goes into the oven so it bakes more evenly.
Cut clean squares: A short resting time matters here. If you slice too soon, the eggs and melted cheese will run a bit, but after a few minutes the bake settles nicely and lifts out in neat portions.