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Homemade Frittata Recipe slice with cherry tomatoes, spinach, and cheese on a rustic ceramic plate, garnished with a fresh spinach leaf.

Frittata Recipe

5 from 1 vote
A flexible, one-pan frittata recipe perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Easy to make with whatever ingredients you have in the fridge. Kid-approved and endlessly customizable!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Optional Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 large eggs - Room temperature is best
  • 2–3 tablespoon milk or cream - Or substitute with almond/oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt - Adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper - Fresh ground recommended
  • 1 tablespoon butter or oil - For greasing the pan
  • 1 cup cheese - Any kind: cheddar, swiss, feta, etc.
  • 1–2 cups vegetables - Any cooked or fresh chopped vegetables
  • Optional fresh herbs - Basil, oregano, parsley, etc.
  • Optional leftover meat - Bacon, sausage, or cooked chicken
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking powder - Aunt secret for fluffiness

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet (Cast iron or similar)
  • Large bowl (For mixing eggs)
  • Whisk or fork (Preferably fork for gentle mixing)
  • Spatula (For sautéing veggies)
  • Measuring cups (For milk and add-ins)

Method
 

  1. Let the eggs sit out at room temperature for about 20 minutes before starting.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the ingredients.
  3. Crack the eggs into a large bowl, add milk or cream, salt, pepper, and a pinch of baking powder.
  4. Gently mix the eggs using a fork – don’t overbeat.
  5. Chop vegetables, cook them if raw, and get cheese or meat ready.
  6. Heat butter or oil in an oven-safe skillet, pour in the egg mixture, and add your fillings.
  7. Let cook on the stovetop for 5 minutes, then transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 14gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an approximation. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used and portion sizes.Feel free to add more of your favorite toppings.

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