FOOD
Vegetable Frittata with Cheese
On vacation in a small town, my husband and I went to a little cafe. The Vegetable Frittata with Cheese was the special of the day. Lynn loves egg dishes that contain vegetables and cheese. Omelets are usually his favorite. The waitress explained that this menu item is not folded over like the omelet, rather it is placed in a baking dish with all the ingredients combined together.
After sampling this frittata, I noticed that it was very tasty and much healthier than an omelet. Now for our special breakfasts on the weekend, the frittata is on the menu. This recipe can be easily doubled to share with another couple for breakfast.
Ingredients:
4 large eggs, beaten
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 Tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 Tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Beat the eggs well. Prepare the vegetables by chopping them finely and place in a large bowl.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the vegetables. Add the cheeses, salt and pepper. Mix very well.
- Butter or spray a shallow pan. You will need a pan that is big enough for only 2 servings.
- Place in the oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a tooth pick or knife in the center comes out clean.
Yield: 2 servings.
About Mary Anne Chadbourne:
Mary Anne Chadbourne Retired Registered Dietitian, foodie, baker, cookbook lover, traveler, and skincare consultant. With more than 30 years of work as a Registered Dietitian teachings the general population and veterans about how food and nutrition are related to your health. The old adage "you are what you eat" rings very true. Good nutrition can be implemented in everyday life by learning all you can about basic nutrition and how it works in the body. Also being aware of the foods you are eating by reading food labels. Counseling sessions with an experienced dietitian will help to create healthy meals that also "taste good". The recipes provided in these articles are tested before publishing them. Also, good nutrition applies to skincare. With an adequate regimen according to your skin condition and healthy eating habits, your skin will be clear and glowing.