Spring Frittata with Asparagus and Bacon

Course Main Dishes
Prep. Time 20 mins
Cooking Time 40 - 45 mins    PreparationWhat You Need
1 pkg 14 oz (425 g) President's Choice Rustic White Bread à l'européenne
1 bunch of approximately 12 asparagus, woody ends trimmed
7 slices President's Choice Fully Cooked Bacon, chopped (1/2 65 g pkg)
4 eggs [220 g]
1 1/2 cups (375 ml) milk
1 cup (250 ml) thick 15 % cream
1 1/2 cups (375 ml) shredded President's Choice Canadian White Cheddar cheese, Aged One Year
Salt
Pepper, to taste
Cherry tomatoes, optional


Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Cut bread into 1/2 inch (1.5 cm) cubes. Cut asparagus into 1 inch (2.5 cm) pieces. In large bowl, stir together bread cubes, asparagus and bacon.

In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, and 1 cup (250 mL) Canadian cheddar. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over bread mixture, tossing to coat well.

Pour mixture into 8 inch (20 cm) square buttered baking dish. Sprinkle top with 1/2 cup (125 mL) Canadian cheddar.

Bake in centre of oven until golden, 40 to 45 minutes. Garnish with cherry tomatoes, if desired, and serve.


Tips
Try this recipe with Canadian Gruyèr


Per serving
Energy: 510 Calories
Protein: 27 g
Carbohydrate: 45 g
Fat: 27 g
Calcium: 45 % / 448 mg
Fibre: 6 g
Sodium: 769 mg