Best 2 Cheesy Pasta Frittata Recipes

Are you looking for a cheesy, savory, and fulfilling meal that is easy to make? Look no further than cheesy pasta frittata! This Italian dish is a combination of pasta, eggs, cheese, and other flavorful ingredients, all baked together in a skillet until it is golden and bubbly. It is a perfect dish for brunch, lunch, or dinner and can be customized with your favorite cheeses and fillings. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying cheesy pasta frittata that will please the whole family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY PASTA AND VEGGIE FRITTATA

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We highly recommend making this great frittata recipe for your next brunch. It's filled with sauteed vegetables and pasta. We opted to add shrimp to the recipe but cubed chicken would be tasty too. There are a few steps to this recipe, but completely worth it. Very hearty, this frittata is a complete meal. A creative way to cook...

Provided by nancy mackel

Categories Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow squash, thinly sliced
2 clove garlic, minced
1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
2 c packed baby spinach
1/2 c button mushrooms, thinly sliced
salt and pepper, to taste
2 c spaghetti, angel hair or thin, cooked
2 Tbsp milk
8 large eggs, beaten
1/2 c shredded mozzarella
1/2 c grated Parmesan
2 Tbsp sliced fresh basil
1 c cooked shrimp or chicken (optional)

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees (F). Warm oil in a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion, zucchini, squash, and mushrooms. Cook for 2- 3 minutes, stirring.
3. Add garlic, tomato, and spinach. Cook an additional 2 - 3 minutes, stirring, until spinach wilts.
4. Add optional shrimp or chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Toss in the spaghetti.
6. Mix thoroughly so vegetables and pasta are evenly distributed.
7. Whisk milk, shredded Parmesan, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp pepper with eggs. You can add other spices. I like pepper flakes.
8. Pour egg mixture into skillet and swirl to coat vegetables and spaghetti with the mixture. Cook 1 minute, stirring until eggs begin to set on the bottom of the skillet.
9. Pour into a 9X9 Pyrex dish.
10. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese on top and place in oven.
11. Bake until eggs have set in the center (10 to 12 minutes).
12. Turn on broiler to high and broil frittata until golden brown on top, 1 to 2 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent it from burning.
13. Remove from oven, sprinkle with basil, cut into squares, and serve.

CHEESY PASTA FRITTATA

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A great way to use leftover pasta and this recipe is so easy to add different vegetables and/or cheeses that you could make it differently each time if you like....I have added bacon, ham ,pancetta,etc and it is great.

Provided by Chris T.

Categories Breakfast

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 c chopped peppers (or onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, scallion, etc)
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp butter
6 eggs
1/4 c milk
1/3 c grated parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp dried basil leaves
salt and pepper to taste
1-2 c cooked fettucine or spaghetti chopped up a bit
1 c shredded mozzarella cheese(or your favorite cheese...i love it with pepper jack or swiss when i make it with ham in it)
1/4 c grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

1. Preheat broiler. In cast iron skillet(or one that you can use under the broiler safely) over medium heat, heat olive oil and butter until melted and foamy. Add bell pepper or whatever vegetable you are using; cook over medium heat until crisp tender.
2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat together eggs with milk, 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and basil. Add pasta to egg mixture and stir gently. Add egg mixture to skillet; arrange pasta in an even layer.
3. Cook egg mixture over medium heat, lifting sides occasionally to let uncooked egg flow underneath. When egg mixture is almost set but still very moist, after about 5-8 minutes, top with shredded cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
4. Place pan under broiler, about 4-5" from heat source, and cook for 5-10 minutes until frittata is puffed, set, and beginning to turn golden brown. Remove from oven and cut into wedges; serve immediately.

Tips:

Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the frittata from sticking.
Cook the frittata over medium heat so that it cooks evenly.
If you are using a cast-iron skillet, preheat it over medium heat for 5 minutes before adding the frittata mixture.
Do not overcook the frittata, or it will become dry and rubbery.
You can use any type of cheese that you like in this recipe.
Add your favorite vegetables to the frittata for a more colorful and flavorful dish.
Serve the frittata hot or cold, for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Conclusion:

The cheesy pasta frittata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover pasta, and it is also a great option for a quick and easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The frittata is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With so many different ways to customize this recipe, you are sure to find a version that everyone will love.