Honey Apple & Jack Frittata

Fall Flavors in Ontario 

Honey Apple & Jack Frittata makes the perfect fall breakfast. September is National Honey Month since this is typically when beekeepers pull the excess honey off their hives and extract it, it can be found abundantly across the province if it has been a good season. In Ontario, September is also the beginning of apple season with most varieties ready for you-pick or making their way to farm market shelves by mid-month. If you visit your local dairy or farm market you are sure to find a local jack cheese as well. 

September is also the month when our weather starts to move into the lower temperatures and in some years the first frost hits before the end of the month, on these colder mornings, I like nothing better than having a hot, hearty breakfast. You will love the combination of sweet, sharp, and savory in this dish. It makes a quick and easy breakfast that impresses.

Tips For Making The Perfect Frittata

Making a frittata may seem daunting at first, but it’s actually a simple and versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Here are some tips for making the perfect frittata:

Use a non-stick skillet:

Using a non-stick skillet will prevent your frittata from sticking to the pan and will make it easier to slide out of the pan when it’s done.

Don’t overmix the eggs:

When whisking the eggs, be careful not to overmix them. Overmixing can result in a tough and rubbery frittata. Instead, just whisk until the yolks and whites are well combined.

Cook the fillings before adding the eggs:

It’s important to cook any vegetables or meats before adding the eggs to the skillet. This ensures that they are fully cooked and won’t release excess moisture into the frittata.

Add cheese:

Adding cheese to your frittata not only adds flavor, but it also helps to bind the eggs and other ingredients together.

Use a moderate heat:

Cooking the frittata over moderate heat ensures that it cooks evenly and doesn’t burn on the bottom.

Finish cooking in the oven:

Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven to finish cooking once the eggs are set around the edges but still slightly runny in the center. This ensures even cooking and melting of the cheese.

Let it rest:

Once the frittata is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into wedges. This allows the eggs to set and makes it easier to slice without the fillings falling out.

With these tips, you’ll be able to make a delicious and perfectly cooked Honey Apple & Jack Frittata every time. And remember, the great thing about frittatas is that they are customizable – feel free to experiment with different fillings and flavors to make it your own!

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Honey Apple & Jack Frittata

You will love the combination of sweet, sharp and savory in this dish. It makes a quick and easy breakfast that impresses.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, dinner, lunch

Servings 4 servings

Equipment

• 1 medium oven-safe skillet
• 1 apple peeler or a corer and potato peeler
• 1 cutting board & knief or a food processor

Ingredients

  

• 1 tbsp olive oil or canola oil
• 1 onion medium, chopped
• 1 bell pepper red or green, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
• 1 garlic clove minced
• 1 apple medium, (granny, smith, empire, braeburn), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced.
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp dried sage
• 1/4 tsp ground mace
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
• 1/2 cup cheddar, jack grated or favorite melting cheese
• 10 eggs – large fresh from the farm tastes best

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350, and heat the oil on the stovetop in a medium oven-safe skillet over low heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until the onion is tender, about 15 minutes
• add the apple to the vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
• meanwhile beat the eggs with honey, sage, mace, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour over the vegetables. Sprinkle with the cheese.
• Place skillet in the oven and bake for for 30-40 minutes, until eggs have set all the way through. You may want to shut off the oven and turn on the broiler for a minute or two to firm up the top and ensure the cheese is melted. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Keyword cheese and honey, frittata, honey and apple

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