Frittata

This is the Italian version of quiche without a crust. Experiment with different types of vegetables and cheeses.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 6

1 pound Idaho potatoes

2 each yellow and red peppers

2 Italian green peppers

1 large red onion

½ bunch fresh oregano

3 ounces fontina cheese

2 teaspoons olive oil

Kosher or sea salt

Fresh-cracked black pepper

3 whole eggs

6 egg whites

1 cup plain nonfat yogurt

1 cup skim milk

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.

  • Slice the potatoes into large pieces. Stem, seed, and slice the peppers. Cut the onion into thick slices. Chop the oregano leaves. Grate the fontina.

  • Separately toss the potatoes, peppers, and onion in oil and drain on a rack. Season with salt and black pepper.

  • Roast all the vegetables separately in the oven until partially cooked. Layer all in a baking dish.

  • Whisk together the eggs, egg whites, yogurt, milk, and cheese; pour into the baking dish. Bake until the egg mixture is completely set, approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped oregano and serve.

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