Baked Egg and Bacon Frittata

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A savory, protein-packed breakfast with crispy bacon, spinach, and melted cheese. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 28 minutes pairs large eggs, cooked and crumbled bacon, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 18 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  2. Step 2: Add crumbled bacon and cook for 2 minutes until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
  4. Step 4: Whisk eggs with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Pour over spinach in the skillet.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle cooked bacon and shredded cheddar over the eggs. Bake for 15-18 minutes until eggs are set and edges are golden.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Egg and Bacon Frittata take to make?

Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Egg and Bacon Frittata?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large eggs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Egg and Bacon Frittata?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Egg and Bacon Frittata for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Baked Egg and Bacon Frittata low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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