Frittata (with Bacon Spinach Tomato and Swiss)
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Frittata (with Bacon Spinach Tomato and Swiss)
Description
The frittata features a base of beaten eggs mixed with half-and-half and seasoned with onion and garlic powders, salt, and pepper. Crisp-fried bacon adds a smoky depth, while spinach wilts quickly in bacon fat to preserve bright color and fresh flavor. Halved grape tomatoes contribute juicy bursts, and shredded Swiss cheese melts throughout, providing a nutty richness.
The prepared mixture is poured into a buttered pie dish and baked at moderate oven heat until the eggs set yet remain tender, about 30 to 35 minutes. The result is a light but sturdy custard-like texture that can be sliced into wedges for serving.
This versatile frittata works well for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal and pairs nicely with crusty bread or a salad. It can be mixed with various other vegetables, cheeses, or meats based on preference, making it adaptable to what’s on hand.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. Bacon chopped (8 slices
- 3 oz. fresh spinach, roughly chopped (3 packed cups)
- 8 egg large
- 1/4 cup half and half
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- salt to taste, freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- 1 cup grape tomato halved
- 2/3 cup (2.8 oz) swiss cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9 - 10 inch deep pie dish, set aside.
- Place bacon in a 12-inch non-stick skillet and cook over medium-high heat, tossing frequently, until browned and crisp, about 6 - 10 minutes.
- Transfer bacon to a plate lined with several layers of paper towels to drain, leave 1 Tbsp rendered bacon fat in a skillet drain and reserve or discard excess.
- Return skillet to medium-high heat, add spinach and saute just briefly until it has wilted, about 15 - 30 seconds, transfer spinach to plate with bacon.
- In a large mixing bowl whisk together eggs, half and half, onion powder, garlic powder until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste*.
- Add cooked bacon, tomatoes, spinach and swiss and toss mixture to distribute ingredients. Pour into prepared pie dish.
- Bake in preheated oven until just set, about 30 - 35 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- Season lightly with salt since bacon and Swiss cheese provide considerable saltiness; about 1/4 teaspoon salt is usually sufficient.
- Try different mix-ins such as mushrooms, onions, asparagus, fresh herbs, bell pepper, or different cheese types to vary flavors.
- Leftover baked potato cubes or smoked salmon can also be excellent additions.
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Overall Rating
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