Fresh Fast Food: Farmers Market Frittata

Sometimes, we just need a quick dinner. But that doesn't have to mean going to a drive-through or making something out of the freezer. The farmers market provides tasty ingredients to make a delicious, one-pan meal that can be ready in no-time.

Frittatas seem to be undervalued in the foodie world. They're ridiculously easy to make and filled with fresh veggies and the egg base give it a protein boost. Plus, they can be kid-friendly as well as adult-satisfying.

Looking for an easy meal this week the whole family can sit down and enjoy? Head over to the Coronado Farmers Market on Tuesday and pick up some fresh ingredients to make this simple frittata.

All you need is an oven-proof pan and plenty of fresh fare.

*Note: All of the ingredients for this dish, save for salt and pepper, can be found at the market, including the eggs and butter.

Farmers Market Frittata

• 8 eggs
• 2 Tbsp. Firehouse cheddar cheese, shredded
• 6 pieces , cooked and crumbled
• 1/3 cup chopped bellpepper
• 1 squash, thinly sliced
• 1 heirloom , chopped and de-seeded
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1/4 cup of , pitted and roughly chopped
• 1-2 Tbsp. butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste

1. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the cheese, salt and pepper.
2. In an oven-proof skillet (like a cast iron), melt the butter over medium heat. Add the peppers and squash and saute for about five minutes.
3. Add the spinach and cook for two minutes.
4. Add the tomatoes and stir.
5. Add the egg and cheese mixture and stir again to evenly distribute the veggies. Add the cooked bacon at this time.
6. Let sit for about five minutes over the medium heat, or until the top is just about set and bubbling.
7. Stick the pan in the top third of the oven and broil until brown and cooked completely through, about five minutes.