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Fluffy Spinach and Cheese Frittata

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A quick and easy wholesome breakfast frittata featuring fluffy eggs, fresh spinach, and melted cheese. Perfect for lazy weekend mornings or a nourishing start to your day.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped (or baby spinach/kale)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • Fresh herbs such as parsley or chives, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds without burning.
  4. Add chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until just wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg vigorously for 1-2 minutes until frothy and pale yellow.
  6. Gently fold in shredded cheese and cooked spinach mixture, keeping as much air in the eggs as possible.
  7. Lightly grease the skillet if needed and pour in the egg mixture, spreading evenly.
  8. Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until edges start to set; do not stir.
  9. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed, golden on top, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the frittata rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  11. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil. Resting the frittata after baking helps it set and makes slicing easier. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based cheese and almond or oat milk. Frozen spinach can be used if thawed and excess water squeezed out. To finish on stovetop, cover skillet and cook on low heat until set.

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