This Country French Omelet is a very simple breakfast/brunch recipe. (It’s really like a frittata.) Yukon Gold potatoes are cooked until golden and soft, and bacon is cooked until browned. The eggs are baked to perfection and garnished with fresh chives. It’s my husband’s favorite breakfast dish. I hope it becomes yours.
Potatoes, on the other hand, are one of my true weaknesses. I had all of the ingredients, on hand, to make this omelet (I consider it more of a frittata). I love it when that happens!
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, beat five eggs, milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together.
Sprinkle the bacon, potatoes, and chives evenly over the top and place the pan in a 350F preheated oven for about 8 minutes, just until the eggs are set.
Ina slides her omelet onto a plate, divided in half, and serve hot. This actually made four servings for us. That’s a good thing, because my son was hungry as well.
TASTING NOTES: Seriously? Bacon and potatoes? Delicious, of course. It was very satisfying, and the fourth serving was easily reheated the next day. It was just as good. I think there are plenty of variations that would be great with this recipe. Chopped bell pepper would add some pretty color. Mushrooms would be nice. Sausage could work, too. However, it’s the simplicity of the ingredients that worked well. The chives are perfect in this recipe.
Country French Omelete (Bacon and Potato Frittata)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 slices thick-cut bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup Yukon Gold potatoes 1-inch-diced unpeeled
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 5 extra-large eggs
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch ovenproof omelet pan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook for 3 to 5 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is browned but not crisp. Take the bacon out of the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside on a plate.
- Place the potatoes in the pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Continue to cook over medium-low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, until very tender and browned, tossing occasionally to brown evenly. Remove with a slotted spoon to the same plate with the bacon.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, beat the eggs, milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together with a fork. After the potatoes are removed, pour the fat out of the pan and discard. Add the butter, lower the heat to low, and pour the eggs into the hot pan. Sprinkle the bacon, potatoes, and chives evenly over the top and place the pan in the oven for about 8 minutes, just until the eggs are set. Slide onto a plate, divide in half, and serve hot.
Notes
Too good…I think this is a perfect way to start a day…YUM YUM
"Seriously? Bacon and potatoes?" – pretty well says it allo – great looking breakfast.
can't go wrong w/Ina!.
Mmmmm Looks gorgeous!! Presentation is simple, yet stunning. I'm bookmarking this page for sure 🙂
I have this in the oven right now and my house smells devine! Can't wait to dig-in! Thanks for the recipe!
that looks like the ultimate breakfast. so wholesome and delish!
I'm pretty sure I would have passed over this recipe as well, if it weren't for you posting about it! Sometimes it's the simplest contents that end up the most delicious!
The omelet looks so good. I know my husband would love it. Actually I think everyone would. I just did a post on a egg dish also. They make a delicious meal…I don't know why we tend to think of only having them for breakfast.
I, too, the chives was a good addition.
Love the photos, especially the first one!
Oh Debby..your pictures of this omelet are amazing and make me crave a wonderful breakfast like this. This looks so gorgeous!
P.S. Isn't it the best feeling when you find you have all the ingredients to make a recipe. Makes you really feel like you have your act together. LOL!
I love have Food Network shows saved on my DVD for a lazy weekend morning. They always inspire to get into the kitchen.
I can't tell you how amazing that sounds…oh my 🙂
looks so delicious .. yum yum
I recognized the picture right away and then I realized there was your omelet, sitting right beside it. Wow. It looks just like the book. I am always impressed when recipes turn out to look as good as the picture. And who wouldn't love bacon and potatoes. Another reason to rise and shine in the morning.
Sam
I seldom have bacon in the house because it is too much of a temptation. But I would love to try this for a special breakfast.
Ah! the lardon and potato look delish!
yummy, this is great for breakfast is it okay if put some grated cheese? =)