Broccoli and Bacon Frittata Recipe

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This broccoli and bacon frittata is basically a posh omelette, but eggs are the ultimate healthy fast food!

Broccoli and Bacon Frittata served on a wooden board
  • Healthy
Serves4–6
Total Time30 mins

You can have eggs in the morning, evening or even for lunch with this delicious Broccoli and Bacon Frittata.

Eggs are such a great source of protein and they’re a great option if you’re trying to be healthy. Plus, when served up with tenderstem broccoli, you know you’re getting extra minerals too.

Tasty bacon and delicious parmesan also help to flavour this easy dish – so you know you’re getting a speedy meal that’s super simple and tastes great.

Ingredients

  • 200g (7oz) tenderstem broccoli, cut into thin slices
  • 8 rashers back bacon
  • 8 large free-range eggs. lightly beaten
  • 100ml (4fl oz) milk
  • 75g (3oz) Parmesan, finely grated
  • 1tbsp finely chopped chives
  • 2tsp olive oil

You will also need a 20cm (8in) nonstick frying pan.

Method

  1. Heat the grill to medium high. Bring a pan of water to the boil and add the broccoli. Simmer for 2 or 3 minutes, or until just tender. Run under cold water to cool, then set aside. Grill the bacon until crispy, turning during cooking. When cool enough to handle, roughly chop, then set aside.
  2. In a large jug, mix the eggs with the milk, stir in the Parmesan and chives, plus seasoning, then set aside.
  3. Heat the oil in the frying pan over a medium heat, add an even layer of the broccoli and the bacon then pour over the egg mixture. Cook for 5 or 6 minutes, or until the bottom is lightly browned and it's starting to firm up in the middle. Tilt the pan occasionally to spread the mixture. Remove the pan to the grill and heat for 3 or 4 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
Jane Curran

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