Easy Frittata Recipe
This easy frittata recipe is fluffy, cheesy, and full of flavor. It’s perfect for brunch, holidays, or a cozy weekend breakfast and comes together in minutes.
Servings: 10 servings
Cost: $20
Ingredients
- 10 large eggs organic
- 16 ounces small curd cottage cheese
- 16 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4.5 ounces canned chopped green chiles
- 4 ounce jar diced pimentos, drained
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup melted butter (1/2 stick)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground pepper corn or black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs until combined. Stir in cottage cheese, shredded cheese, chiles, pimentos and butter.
- In a separate small bowl combine flour and remaining dry ingredients.
- Add to egg mixture and stir until combined.
- Pour mixture into a large cast iron skillet dish, and bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron skillet for even baking and golden edges.
- Don’t overbake; remove when the center is just set for a moist texture.
- You can mix the batter ahead of time and refrigerate overnight.
- Add your favorite mix-ins like spinach, bacon, or roasted peppers.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with a simple arugula salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 224mg | Sodium: 593mg | Potassium: 229mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1134IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 427mg | Iron: 2mg
