Slice this extra-thin so you can “afford” two slices, and it makes a great grilled cheese sandwich.

Yield: About 10 slices, each with 13 grams of carbohydrates and 7.5 grams of fiber, for a total of 5.5 grams of usable carbs and 19 grams of protein (more than two eggs!).

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon soft butter
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup vital wheat gluten
• 2 tablespoons raw wheat germ
• 2 tablespoons wheat bran
• 1/4 cup psyllium husks
• 1/2 cup oat flour
• 1/2 cup vanilla-flavored whey protein powder
• 2 teaspoons yeast

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Put the ingredients in your bread machine in the order given.
2. Run the machine according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Once the cycle is complete, remove the loaf from the machine and bread case promptly to cool.

NOTE

• This low-carb bread recipe is high in protein and fiber and makes for a tasty and healthy alternative to traditional bread.