Hard-Boiled Eggs and Crisp Turkey Bacon
A protein-forward, ultra-simple snack featuring perfectly boiled eggs and savory turkey bacon. This quick bite delivers steady energy without the afternoon sugar crash.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 15-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Batch cook a carton of hard-boiled eggs on Sunday so you only have to warm the turkey bacon when you need a fast, high-protein snack later in the week.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Next: Place the eggs in a small saucepan…
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Place the eggs in a small saucepan…
Place the eggs in a small saucepan and cover with about 1 inch of cold water. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
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Once boiling
Once boiling, remove the pan from the heat, cover, and let sit for exactly 10 minutes.
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While the eggs are resting
While the eggs are resting, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Cook the turkey bacon until crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
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Transfer the eggs to an ice water…
Transfer the eggs to an ice water bath for 3 minutes to cool quickly, then peel them.
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Slice the eggs in half
Slice the eggs in half, season generously with salt and black pepper, and serve alongside the warm turkey bacon.
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The nutrition underneath
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Batch cook a carton of hard-boiled…
Batch cook a carton of hard-boiled eggs on Sunday so you only have to warm the turkey bacon when you need a fast, high-protein snack later in the week.
Older eggs peel much easier than…
Older eggs peel much easier than fresh ones; if your eggs are farm-fresh, try steaming them in a basket for 12 minutes instead of boiling to help the shells release cleanly.
For a less-processed option
For a less-processed option, smoked salmon or leftover roasted chicken works well in place of turkey bacon. If you keep the turkey bacon, choose uncured, nitrate-free when you can.
If you're not eating strict carnivore
If you're not eating strict carnivore, add a handful of cherry tomatoes or baby spinach on the side for extra micronutrients and volume.
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