Classic Frittata Recipe
This Classic Frittata Recipe is a quick, one-pan dish made with eggs, bacon, vegetables, milk, and Cheddar cheese. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, it delivers a balanced, satisfying meal in just 25 minutes.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon or 2 tablespoons olive oil for a vegetarian option
- ½ cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 4 cups mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, zucchini
- 10 large eggs
- ¼ cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined. Add the milk, sea salt, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk until evenly blended. Stir in the shredded Cheddar cheese and set aside.
- Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until it begins to brown. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened.
- Add the vegetables to the skillet. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the bacon is fully cooked.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and quickly stir to evenly distribute the eggs, vegetables, and bacon.
- Cook on the stovetop for 4–5 minutes, or until the edges are set while the center remains slightly soft.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 7–10 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the frittata is fully set.
- Remove from the oven and allow the frittata to cool for approximately 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- (Note: The frittata will puff during baking and deflate slightly as it cools.)
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten free. To ensure it remains gluten free, confirm that the bacon, spices, and cheese are certified gluten free, as some processed products may contain gluten-based additives.