Basic Baked Frittata Recipe (Plus Variations!)

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly option.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

vegetables

🥗Healthier: leafy greens

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Leafy greens are nutrient-dense, while frozen vegetables are often more affordable.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, crack 6 large eggs and pour in 1/4 cup of heavy cream.

Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, then whisk for 45-60 seconds until well combined.

In a 10-inch oven-safe skillet, cook 6 strips of diced bacon over medium-high heat until crispy, about 7-10 minutes.

Add 1 cup of diced Yukon gold potatoes to the skillet and cook until tender.

Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Drain excess grease from the skillet, then pour in the egg mixture and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese (gruyere).

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 10 minutes until the center is set.

For a spinach and tomato frittata, repeat the process with 6 strips of bacon, 1 cup of baby spinach, and 1/2 cup - 1 cup of halved grape or cherry tomatoes, using 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

For a veggie frittata, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, then sauté 1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms, 1/2 cup of diced red bell pepper, 1/2 cup of semi-thawed frozen broccoli florets, and 1/4 cup of diced red onion until tender crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Pour in the egg mixture and stir in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

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