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How To Make Best Egg Frittata
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How To Make Best Egg Frittata

This egg frittata combines thinly sliced potatoes, crispy bacon bits, fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, scallions, and cheddar cheese into a rich, baked egg dish. The smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky warmth, while the blend of cream with eggs creates a tender, moist texture. The layering of sautéed potatoes at the bottom forms a base that crisps slightly in the skillet, complementing the creamy, savory filling. This frittata can be served warm for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, offering a satisfying mix of flavors and textures.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 269 kcal
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 8 egg use free range organic eggs
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream (I used heavy whipping cream)
  • 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
  • 4 Bacon strips
  • 1 potato peeled and sliced thin, large
  • 1 cup cherry tomato cut into halves
  • 2 cups spinach baby spinach or regular spinach (tightly packed)
  • ¾ cup scallions
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus extra)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prep:
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  1. Rinse spinach in a colander, and dry it on a kitchen towel. Cut cherry tomatoes in halves. Peel potato skin. Slice into thin rounds.
  2. Freshly grate cheese from block.
Cook :
  1. Heat a skillet. Place bacon strips on a hot skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides on medium-low flame. Remove bacon from the skillet. Allow it to cook a bit and crumble the bacon into small bits.
  2. Saute spinach in the same pan using bacon fat for 30 seconds with constant stirring. This step is optional.
  3. Into a wide bowl, crack open all eggs. Add cream, salt, and pepper to taste, half of the smoked paprika, bacon bits, cooked spinach, and cherry tomatoes, scallions, and grated cheese(reserve 2 tablespoons of cheese). Whisk everything together.
  4. Spray generously cooking oil over the skillet. Place potato slices on the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle salt pepper and a little smoked paprika. Let it cook for a few minutes. Flip and cook on the other side. Add minced garlic just a minute before potatoes are fully browned to prevent garlic from burning. Will until potato slices are browned on both sides.
  5. Pour egg mixture on top.
Bake :
  1. Sprinkle remaining cheese.
  2. Bake in preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit uncovered until the center is set and not jiggly. Will take about 10-15 minutes in the oven. Frittata is done if a toothpick inserted in the center comes clean.
Serve :
  1. Serve frittata for breakfast. It really doesn’t need anything else. For added nutrition, serve it with avocado or fruit on the side.
  2. To serve it as a meal, serve a slice of frittata with roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Notes

  • Use thinly sliced potatoes for even cooking and a crisp base.
  • Dry spinach thoroughly before sautéing to avoid excess moisture in the frittata.
  • Adjust smoked paprika to taste for desired smoky flavor level.
  • Free-range eggs and freshly grated cheese enhance final flavor and texture.
  • Add minced garlic to potatoes for extra savory notes, but keep it minimal to avoid bitterness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 269kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 7g (35%) Trans Fat 0.04g (2%) Cholesterol 252mg (84%) Sodium 455mg (19%) Potassium 436mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1960IU (39%) Vitamin C 18mg (20%) Calcium 138mg (14%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 269

% Daily Value*

Calories 269kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.04g 2%
Cholesterol 252mg 84%
Sodium 455mg 19%
Potassium 436mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1960IU 39%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 138mg 14%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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