Frittata Lorraine

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4
Classic Frittata Lorraine recipe made with Canadian bacon and gruyere cheese
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 large eggs
1 3/4 cups shredded gruyere cheese ( about 5 ounces )
2/3 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 medium shallots , halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
6 -8 ounces Canadian bacon , small dice
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
299
Sugar
2g
Fat
22g
Frittata Lorraine is a classic breakfast dish that originated in the eastern region of Lorraine in France. It is a versatile dish that can be made with almost any vegetable or cheese, but the classic version is made with Canadian bacon and gruyere cheese. The dish is a great way to use up leftover ingredients and can be eaten for any meal of the day. Frittatas are very similar to omelets, but instead of folding the eggs over the fillings, the fillings are mixed into the eggs and cooked together. Frittatas are often served in wedges at room temperature or sliced into squares for easy serving.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, shredded gruyere cheese, whole milk, and kosher salt.
3.In an oven-safe skillet, melt the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat.
4.Add in the thinly sliced shallots and diced Canadian bacon, cooking until the shallots are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
5.Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.
6.Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges are set, then transfer the skillet into the preheated oven.
7.Bake for 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
8.Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

Frittata Lorraine is a delicious and easy breakfast dish that can be made in just 30 minutes.

It is packed full of protein and flavor thanks to the addition of Canadian bacon and gruyere cheese.

It can be customized with various vegetables such as mushrooms, spinach, or peppers.

It can be eaten hot or cold, making it a great make-ahead breakfast option for meal prep.

CONS

This dish is high in cholesterol due to the use of so many eggs.

Some people may not enjoy the flavor of Canadian bacon or gruyere cheese, which are key ingredients in this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs are a great source of protein and important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and choline.
The use of whole milk and cheese in this dish offers a serving of calcium and fat-soluble vitamins.

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