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    Bacon and Cheese Frittata

    Published: Mar 18, 2019 · Modified: Feb 1, 2020 by Kerri Jablonski · This post may contain affiliate links · 29 Comments

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    bacon and cheese frittata
    I discovered this cracked black pepper white cheddar that is just amazing. I've been enjoying it on crackers, but I've been meaning to try in recipes.

    Enter the custardy goodness of a frittata recipe. Enjoy my bacon and cheese frittata recipe, and also check out my tips on how to make a perfect frittata.

    easy bacon and cheese frittata

    Bacon and Cheese Frittata

    This bacon and cheese frittata recipe will make 6-8 portions, depending on how generously you cut your slices. It's delicious warm or cold!

    Ingredients for Bacon and Cheese Frittata


    8 eggs
    ½ cup whole milk
    6oz shredded cheese, 2 oz separated
    1 cup crumbled bacon
    salt and pepper

    Directions for a Bacon and Cheese Frittata
    1. Preheat oven to 350 and lightly grease bottom of 10" pan.
    2. Whisk together eggs and milk.
    3. Season with salt and pepper.
    4. Add shredded cheese of your choice.

    5. Add bacon and combine well.
    6. Pour into prepared pan and top with additional cheese.

    7. Bake for about 20-30 minutes, checking at 20 and 25 minutes for doneness.

    bacon and cheese frittata

    Bacon and Cheese Frittata

    Kerri Jablonski
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Course Breakfast, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 eggs
    • ½ cup whole milk
    • 6 oz shredded cheese
    • 2 oz separated
    • 1 cup crumbled bacon
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 and lightly grease bottom of 10" pan.
    • Whisk together eggs and milk.
    • Season with salt and pepper.
    • Add shredded cheese of your choice.
    • Add bacon and combine well.
    • Pour into prepared pan and top with additional cheese.
    • Bake for about 20-30 minutes, checking at 20 and 25 minutes for doneness.

    How to Make a Perfect Frittata

    Frittatas are one of my go to meals when I'm out of ideas, especially when we've been eating a lot of leftovers. Frittatas are a great way to use leftovers, but they are also perfect for any meal. They are just as delicious, warm or cold and you can really get creative with the ingredients.

    What kind of milk do you use in a frittata?

    First things first. Don't skimp on the full fat milk here. Only use 2% if you have to, and don't even bother with watery skim milk. Ick. Don't have whole milk on hand? Sour cream, yogurt, or crème fraîche are acceptable options to help you achieve that creamy, custardy effect.

    How many eggs do you use in a frittata?

    For every dozen eggs, you need about ½ cup of milk. It's a balance. If you use too much dairy, and the eggs will a little wet. Don't use enough and you won't get that creamy goodness. Always season your eggs BEFORE you put them in the pan.

    What do you put in a frittata?

    Frittatas are a great way to use leftovers. A little bit of spinach, strips of bacon or crumbles of sausage. Whatever you choose, it's important to fully cook most of your add-ins. Things like mushrooms and squash will make your frittata too wet. It's also important to fully cook your onions and potatoes. Cooking these things also adds more flavor, and you can't go wrong with that!

    Choose the right cheese for your frittata.

    There are just some cheeses that do not do well in a frittata. You want a cheese with a great melting quality to get that custardy ooze. Cheddar, gruyère, and fontina are all good choices in the melty goodness category. Hard cheeses like parmesean are great for that sprinkle on top. For a 12-egg frittata, you'll want one cup of shredded cheese. If you want more cheesy gooness on top, add for ¼ to ½ cup more after you've poured your frittata mixture into the pan.

    Use the right pan for a frittata.

    I have a ceramic pie plate that I use when I make frittata, but most cooks swear by cast iron. The thing is, cast iron and glass top stoves don't mix. That being said, cast iron retains heat well and will continue to cook your frittata after you remove it from the oven. This means two things. One is you need to pull your frittata from the oven right before it's finished, and two, DON'T OVERCOOK YOUR FRITTATA!

    Don't overcook your frittata!

    Your frittata should set like a custard, if you over bake a frittata, it just dries it out and it won't be very yummy. Set your oven to 350 degrees, and bake for 20-30 minutes, depending on your pan size and thickness of the frittata. To prevent overbaking, check the frittata five minutes before it's supposed to be done.

    slice of bacon and cheese frittata

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    1. Meemee

      March 20, 2019 at 11:56 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you so much for sharing this recipe and your knowledge on making a great frittata! I made this with leftover salmon rather than bacon and it was so good! I’ll also make sure I have whole milk next time!

      Reply
    2. beth shepherd

      May 01, 2019 at 6:23 am

      This looks super tasty and simple to do. Definitely something to try

      Reply
    3. Antoinette M

      May 07, 2019 at 12:05 pm

      I like this recipe! Delicious and easy to make!

      Reply
    4. Tracie Cooper

      May 08, 2019 at 4:57 am

      5 stars
      My hubby loves eggs and I would love to make this dish for me!

      Reply
    5. Michele Pineda

      May 08, 2019 at 4:24 pm

      Thank you for the recipe, I had to pin it because I think it is going to be delicious when I try it. Anything is better with bacon as my teen says lol.

      Reply
      • Kerri Jablonski

        May 08, 2019 at 7:34 pm

        Bacon totally makes everything better!!

        Reply
    6. shelly peterson

      May 29, 2019 at 4:49 pm

      I have not had a Frittata before. This looks really good.

      Reply
    7. Derrick Johnson

      May 31, 2019 at 9:28 am

      I never tried a Frittata before but this recipe looks very tasty!

      Reply
    8. Dana Rodriguez

      June 04, 2019 at 9:04 am

      5 stars
      This looks really good. I think it would be great for brunch!

      Reply
    9. Sharon Rooney

      June 04, 2019 at 5:01 pm

      What super quick and easy recipe. It will be perfect for game nights.

      Reply
    10. donna porter

      June 04, 2019 at 10:33 pm

      This looks like and easy recipe to make. I know my family will love this!

      Reply
    11. kathy pease

      June 05, 2019 at 8:43 am

      OMG this looks so delicious and I will have to make it for my husband. He would love it!

      Reply
    12. Ana Gonzalez

      June 05, 2019 at 3:36 pm

      never had something like this before

      Reply
    13. Donna L

      June 09, 2019 at 5:15 am

      Thanks for the recipe. This sounds so delicious!

      Reply
    14. Natalie

      June 12, 2019 at 1:25 pm

      I love that this has so few ingredients! I would love to make this but may add some parsley or other fresh herbs.

      Reply
    15. Christina Gould

      June 14, 2019 at 3:56 pm

      Oh yum, I love frittatas. I haven't made one in a long time. Thanks for posting!

      Reply
    16. Sandra Preti

      June 18, 2019 at 5:20 pm

      This is a great item to bring to a brunch or to host a brunch gathering!

      Reply
    17. Patty

      December 09, 2019 at 12:58 pm

      I am always looking for recipes to use up eggs. This looks like a good one

      Reply
    18. Natalie

      January 06, 2020 at 5:00 pm

      I have been craving a quiche for a long time but this looks tastier!

      Reply
    19. Leela

      February 01, 2020 at 7:52 pm

      This looks fantastic.

      Reply
    20. Sarah L

      February 28, 2020 at 10:21 pm

      I like frittatas. Easy to make and yummy.

      Reply
    21. KariLorr

      July 10, 2020 at 4:45 am

      This would be a great breakfast to make for when I have family come to town and visit.

      Reply
    22. Susan P.

      August 07, 2020 at 4:21 pm

      I'll have to remember to make a frittata when I run out of ideas for dinner!

      Reply
    23. Paula Rousseau

      August 07, 2020 at 8:08 pm

      Have to try this yummy

      Reply
    24. Susan P.

      August 14, 2020 at 3:45 pm

      Fritattas are even better with veggies like mushrooms or peppers.

      Reply
    25. Jenny Ham

      August 20, 2020 at 10:41 pm

      5 stars
      This looks really good. Looks easy to make that is what I need. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    26. Mya Murphy

      October 09, 2020 at 4:00 am

      5 stars
      I have never tried a fritatta, but it sounds super yummo.

      Reply
    27. Wendy Green

      December 11, 2020 at 5:56 pm

      (intense yummy noises)....(small amount of drool)

      Reply
    28. Spiros

      March 05, 2021 at 2:41 pm

      4 stars
      Pretty tasty

      Reply

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