A simple, all in one pan Bacon Frittata with Caramelized Onions, Baby Kale and Goat Cheese that’s grain free, low carb, primal and a great addition to brunch. You can also make this ahead to have an easy breakfast for weekdays!
Sigh. I’ve been going on and on about low FODMAP recipes yet I have a few not-so-low ones left to share! This one, I have to say, I could not hold back though simply because I made it on a whim in a state of panic on the morning on Mother’s Day and it somehow came together perfectly easy and all in one pan.
Do you guys ever panic last minute on a holiday, or when having people over, certain that you won’t have enough food for everyone? I learned this from my mom, who literally panics about nothing except not having enough food for everyone at a gathering, even if it’s a small gathering – wait, no. Even if it’s literally just our immediate family at the gathering. And frankly, that’s exactly how it typically was.
So, I’ve been afflicted with this needless panic and it leads me to make at least one more side dish plus a dessert the morning before people (my parents and sister) come over. At least now I can use the excuse of “recipe testing for the blog” and it sort of makes sense. At least, in this case, it did!
So yes, this frittata has all my favorite things in it, simplified. In the interest of keeping it simple, it also wound up being low carb as I had zero time to think about roasting or cooking any sort of potato for a crust.
And yes, caramelized onions are, indeed, low carb – I DID have to do a touch of research because I was suspicious (youtube research) but it seems like unless you are attempting to get yourself into a ketogenic state, caramelized onions and kale are good to go. The sweetness of the onions is simply brought out by the cooking method, and the sugar content does not change.
The addition of goat cheese, for me, made this ultra special. If I’m going to eat cheese, I’d say 90% of the time it will be goat cheese with the other 10% blue cheese, feta or gouda – whatever happens to be in my restaurant salad 🙂 I rarely cook with cheese at home, but, for Mother’s Day I made this exception – and it was well worth it! The goat cheese ties all the flavors together and it’s just insanely delicious and easy all at the same time. Love that kind of recipe – don’t you?
Bacon Frittata with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese {Primal & Low Carb}
Bacon Frittata with Caramelized Onions & Goat Cheese {Low Carb & Primal}
Ingredients
- 5 slices nitrate free bacon I like this brand
- 1 small-med yellow onion cut in half and sliced thinly and evenly*
- 1/4 tsp sea salt for onions
- Large handful baby kale**
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cupfull fat coconut milk or organic heavy cream***
- 1/8 tsp salt for the egg mixture
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/3 cup goat cheese
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Heat a medium cast iron skillet (I usedthis exact one) or other oven proof skillet over med-hi heat and add your bacon.
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Cook bacon until crisp, flipping once, and remove from pan to drain on paper towels. Retain at least 2-3 tbsp of the bacon fat to caramelize the onions
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Lower the heat to the lowest setting and allow the pan to cool a bit. Add the onions to the pan with the bacon fat, add the 1/4 tsp sea salt and stir to evenly coat
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Adjust the heat so the onions soften - the caramelization process will take about 15 minutes - during this time stir occasionally, making sure they don't burn.
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While the onions cook, whisk the eggs and coconut milk or heavy cream with the 1/8 tsp salt and garlic powder until fully combined and set aside
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Once the onions are a deep caramel color, soft, and fragrant, stir in the baby kale, and crumble in the crispy cooked bacon
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Pour the egg mixture over the onions, kale, and bacon mixture (the heat will still be very low) until the edges begin to cook, then remove from heat. Sprinkle the goat cheese over the top and put the pan on the middle oven rack.
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Bake the frittata in the preheated oven until set, about 15 minutes. I prefer my frittatas when they begin to brown around the edges and the middle has just set.
Recipe Notes
*uniformly sized slices will allow the onions to caramelize evenly
**You can sub baby spinach if you prefer
***I tried it both ways and didn't notice a difference in flavor
What I used to make this recipe:
Do you feel the urge to make a last minute dish (or 2) when you’re having people over?
Do you usually have a lot leftover after a gathering?
This looks delicious Michele. I’ll skip the bacon but I’m sure it will still be good.
Have a great weekend!
Thanks Jill, still good sans bacon 🙂
I loveee frittatas generally but caramelised onion totally takes them to a whole new level of deliciousness!
I feel like everyone who entertains has that last minute “did I make enough/buy enough” panic!
I know, whenever I make a frittata I just really want those onions in there 🙂 I will panic again this weekend for Father’s Day!
you had me at bacon… then goat cheese… then ALL OF THE ABOVE!! p.s love our new header
Haha thanks! And thanks – the header might change again lol 🙂
oh goat cheese, be still my (dairy loving) heart. Coming from a half Persian background, I’ve gotten into the habit of making enough food for like, 30 people, when there will only be 4.
Where can I buy cheese for this recipe?
I can recommend one online gourmet grocery store that provides excellent quality and affordable prices! I leave you a link to it https://www.gourmetfoodstore.com/caviar/paddlefish-caviar-0785 . I ordered the Paddlefish Caviar for my anniversary and all the guests loved it incredibly. It pairs perfectly with toast and pancakes, creating the perfect gastronomic treat! You will definitely appreciate it.