Cassolette d'Endives au Lardons et Fromage
Endive Casserole with Bacon and Cheese (Keto)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no flour is used if cream sauce is incorporated. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 7 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
A comforting dish featuring gently braised endives baked in individual cassolettes (small gratin dishes) with savory lardons (diced bacon) and topped with a generous layer of melted Gruyère or Comté cheese, browned until bubbly and golden. This dish is rich and flavorful, suitable as an appetizer or light main.
Key ingredients
Endives, lardons (diced bacon), Gruyère or Comté cheese, butter, heavy cream (optional), salt, pepper, nutmeg.
How to make it keto
Ensure no flour is used if cream sauce is incorporated. Strictly served without bread or other carby sides. Monitor portion sizes to manage carb content from endives.
Watch out for
Endives naturally contain some carbs; large portions can add up. Potential for sugar in processed lardons. Any added flour in a cream sauce would need to be avoided.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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