Festive Frittata
This hearty casserole of eggs, baked with cheese, bacon, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions and bread is perfect for a holiday brunch.
Servings 6
Calories 494kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups bread cubed crusts or day old crusty bread
- 1½ cups grated cheddar, Swiss or Jarlsberg cheese
- ½ green bell pepper 3 rings, dice the rest
- ½ red bell pepper 3 rings, dice the rest
- ½ yellow onion diced
- 1 cup mushrooms 6 slices, dice the rest
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- ½ tsp thyme
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425° F.
- Add the bread, cheese, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, bacon and seasonings to a greased casserole dish. Toss to evenly distribute the ingredients. Save a few bell peppers and mushroom slices for garnishing.
- Mix liquid ingredients and add baking soda and baking powder.
- Pour mixture into casserole dish and blend well.
- Top with the reserved mushrooms and bell pepperss. Bake for about 30-40 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Meat Variations: Substitute 1 cup of chopped ham, prosciutto or cured sausage such as Kolbassa instead of bacon.