Swiss Chard Frittata

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Swiss Chard Frittata

Meat Alternate Requirement
48 servings

Ingredients
50 large eggs
1 lb Swiss chard
8 slices bacon
2 c. chopped onions
2 1/4 c. shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 c. vegetable oil
2 tsp granulated garlic
2 tsp salt

Instructions

• Preheat convection oven to 325°F or conventional oven to 350°F. Coat bottom and sides of two 2-inch full hotel pans with cooking spray.
• Cook bacon, turning occasionally, in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel and cut into 1/8-inch pieces.
• Rinse chard but do not dry. Trim tough stem ends and discard or compost. Cut leaves and stems into roughly 1-inch pieces and set aside.
• Heat oil in a 16-inch skillet over low heat. Add the bacon and onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent, 8 to 10 minutes.
• Stir in the chard. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chard begins to wilt, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
• Whisk eggs in a large bowl. Add garlic and salt. Whisk until well combined. Stir in 2 cups of cheese.
• Divide the egg mixture evenly between the prepared pans. Evenly distribute half the chard on top of the egg mixture in each pan. Sprinkle each pan with 2 Tbsp of cheese.
• Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is beginning to brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Cut each pan into 24 squares.

About this Recipe
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This recipe is from New School Cuisine: Nutritious and Seasonal Recipes for School Cooks by School Cooks