Baked Brunch Frittata Recipe

Name: Baked Brunch Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 50 g butter, chopped; 12 brown onion, finely chopped; 2 dried bay leaves; ⅓ cup plain flour; 2 ½ cups milk; 1 ¼ cups grated cheddar cheese; 1 pinch nutmeg; 10 eggs; 300 ml thickened cream; ¾ cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley; 8 bacon, rashers trimmed, chopped; 250 g cherry tomatoes, halved; fresh flat leaf parsley, crusty bread and baby rocket, to serve

Servings: persons

50 g butter, chopped
12 brown onion, finely chopped
2 dried bay leaves
⅓ cup plain flour
2 ½ cups milk
1 ¼ cups grated cheddar cheese
1 pinch nutmeg
10 eggs
300 ml thickened cream
¾ cup chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
8 bacon, rashers trimmed, chopped
250 g cherry tomatoes, halved
fresh flat leaf parsley, crusty bread and baby rocket, to serve

1
Preheat oven to 200C/180C fan-forced.
2
Grease a 5cm-deep, 24cm x 34cm (base) baking dish.
3
Line base and 2 long sides with baking paper, allowing a 2cm overhang.
4
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
5
Add onion and bay leaves.
6
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until onion has softened.
7
Add flour.
8
Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until bubbling.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Gradually add 2 cups milk, whisking constantly until smooth.
11
Return to heat.
12
Add cheese and nutmeg.
13
Cook, stirring, for 10 minutes or until sauce thickens.
14
Remove from heat.
15
Cool for 10 minutes.
16
Discard bay leaves.
17
Meanwhile, whisk eggs, cream and remaining milk together in a bowl.
18
Add parsley and cheese mixture.
19
Season with salt and pepper.
20
Stir to combine.
21
Pour into prepared dish.
22
Cover with foil.
23
Bake for 40 minutes or until edges start to set.
24
Meanwhile, heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
25
Cook bacon for 3 to 4 minutes or until just golden.
26
Remove foil from baking dish.
27
Top frittata with tomato and bacon.
28
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until just set in centre (see tip).
29
Stand for 5 minutes.
30
Top with parsley.
31
Serve with bread and rocket.

2207

kcal

Calories

163

Fat

Carbs

128

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 50 g butter, chopped, 12 brown onion, finely chopped, 2 dried bay leaves, ⅓ cup plain flour, and more.

Yes, Baked Brunch Frittata falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Brunch Frittata

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Variations & substitutions

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