Frittata Alle Erbette (Baked Herb Omelette)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Frittata Alle Erbette (Baked Herb Omelette)
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil , or as needed
6 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon honey
1 lemon , zested
1 container plain Greek yogurt
5 ounces Scamorza cheese , grated
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan-Pecorino-Romano cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
298
Sugar
4g
Fat
21g
Frittata Alle Erbette is a popular dish from Italy that combines fresh herbs with eggs and cheese to create a flavourful and satisfying meal. This baked herb omelette is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and can be served with a side salad or a slice of crusty bread for a complete meal. The lemon zest and honey in the recipe add a touch of sweetness that balances the savoury taste of the herbs and cheese. This recipe is a great way to use fresh herbs from your garden or farmers market, and can be adapted to include your favourite vegetables and cheese.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, chopped herbs, salt, pepper, honey, and lemon zest.
3.Heat a medium-sized ovenproof skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Pour in the egg mixture and let it cook for about 5 minutes until the edges have set but the center is still runny.
4.Sprinkle the grated Scamorza cheese and Parmesan-Pecorino-Romano cheese over the top of the eggs.
5.Place the skillet in the oven and bake for about 10 to 15 minutes until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
6.Remove the skillet from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This herbaceous omelette is fast and easy to make, and can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

The recipe also calls for basic ingredients that are easy to find in any grocery store.

CONS

The cheese in the recipe makes this dish high in saturated fat and sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Additionally, this dish is not suitable for individuals who are allergic to eggs or dairy products.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D, vitamin B12, selenium and choline.
The herbs in this recipe also provide antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Greek yogurt is high in protein, calcium, and probiotics, which can help improve gut health.

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