Savory Australian Zucchini and Bacon Slice

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A classic Australian family favorite, this zucchini slice combines fresh zucchini and savory bacon in a fluffy egg and cheese base, perfect for a comforting dinner or lunch. This Australian-inspired comfort-food recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs zucchini, bacon rashers, eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 Australian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grate 2 medium zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean towel.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add 6 chopped bacon slices and 1 small finely chopped onion; sauté for 5 minutes until bacon is golden and onion is soft.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk 5 large eggs, 1/2 cup (120ml) milk, 3/4 cup (90g) self-raising flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Fold in the grated zucchini, cooked bacon and onion mixture, and 1 cup (100g) grated cheddar cheese until evenly combined.
  5. Step 5: Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden on top and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Step 6: Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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