Potato, Bacon and Cheddar Frittata
From: Sue, Montana, USA
Comments: Cook potatoes the day before, so that they keep their shape.
Instead of bacon, try using 1/2 cup [125 mL] chopped smoked ham.
Great with toasted sourdough bread !
Servings: 4
IngredientsPreparation
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cups [500 mL] potatoes, peeled, cooked and cut into 1/2-inch [2.5-cm] cubes
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons [30 mL] milk
  • Salt and pepper
  • 3/4 cup [175 g] shredded Cheddar cheese
  • Into a 10-inch [25-cm] non-stick skillet, fry bacon slices over medium heat for 4 minutes, until crisp.
  • Transfer bacon onto paper towels, to drain; break into bits and set aside.
  • Remove all but 1 tablespoon [15 mL] of fat from skillet.
  • Add chopped green onions and potato cubes to skillet; cook, stirring, for 5 to 7 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Meanwhile, beat together eggs and milk; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Pour beaten eggs over potatoes into skillet; cook, stirring gently for approximately 1 minute, until eggs just start to set.
  • Lower heat to low; cover skillet.
  • Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until almost set in the middle.
  • Meanwhile, adjust oven rack 4 to 5 inches [10 to 12 cm] from broiler; preheat oven broiler.
  • Wrap handle of skillet with a double layer of foil.
  • Sprinkle top of frittata with reserved bacon bits and grated Cheddar cheese.
  • Broil for approximately 2 minutes, watching carefully, until cheese melts and top is lightly browned.
  • Serve warm.