Best 2 Frittata Template Recipes
FRITTATA TEMPLATE
There is a technique to making a frittata that is always the same, no matter what the filling. The eggs are beaten with salt, pepper, and sometimes a little bit of milk, the filling stirred in, and the omelet cooked in a wide skillet. You can use cooked vegetables, chopped herbs, leftover vegetable stews like ratatouille, fresh tomato sauce, even leftover risotto to fill a frittata. Frittatas and omelets are a great way to stretch a small amount of leftovers into a meal. Templates will be useful to you, because you may have a different vegetable or filling on hand from the one called for in a given frittata recipe. Using the template, you'll be able to make the frittate, substituting what you have.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 30m
Yield one 2- to 10-egg flat omelet
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Beat the eggs in a large bowl. Stir in the salt, pepper, milk, and the filling.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a heavy nonstick skillet. Use an 8-inch skillet for 2 eggs, a 10-inch skillet for 4 to 8 eggs, and a 12-inch skillet for 10 eggs. Hold your hand above it; it should feel hot. Drop a bit of egg into the pan and if it sizzles and cooks at once, the pan is ready. Pour in the egg mixture. Swirl the pan to distribute the eggs and filling evenly over the surface. Shake the pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up the edges of the frittata with the spatula in your other hand, to let the eggs run underneath during the first few minutes of cooking. A 2-egg omelet will be done quickly, with just the tilting of the pan and letting the eggs run underneath until it is no longer or only slightly moist on the top. Once it is set, slip it out of the pan onto a plate. It's fine to leave the top a little runny (that's the way they like them in France.)
- A larger frittata, one cooked in a 10- or 12-inch pan, must be covered and cooked over low heat. Turn the heat down to low, cover (use a pizza pan if you don't have a lid that will fit your skillet), and cook 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the number of eggs, shaking the pan gently every once in a while. From time to time remove the lid and loosen the bottom of the frittata with a wooden spatula, tilting the pan, so that the bottom doesn't burn. It will however turn a deep golden brown. The eggs should be just about set; cook a few minutes longer if they're not.
- A large frittata usually requires finishing underneath the broiler. Heat the broiler. Place the pan under the broiler, not too close to the heat, for 1 to 3 minutes, watching very carefully to make sure the top doesn't burn (at most, it should brown very slightly, and it will puff under the broiler). Remove from the heat, shake the pan to make sure the frittata isn't sticking, and allow it to cool for at least 5 minutes and for up to 15. Loosen the edges with a wooden or plastic spatula. Carefully slide from the pan onto a large round platter. Cut into wedges or into smaller bite-size diamonds. Serve hot, warm, at room temperature, or cold.
BASIC FRITTATA
The frittata is an Italian dish that makes good use of whatever ingredients you have on hand. Sometimes referred to as an "egg pizza," the frittata has many variations. Try an all-vegetable version, or add chopped meat, seafood, or a combination of all three!
Categories Lunch
Time 28m
Yield Serves: 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to broil.
- Whisk eggs, water, herbs, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Set aside.
- Lightly spray 10-inch (25 cm) non-stick ovenproof skillet or cast iron pan with cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat. Add filling ingredients, sauté or heat, stirring frequently.
- Pour in egg mixture. As eggs set around edge of skillet, using spatula, gently lift cooked portions to allow uncooked egg to flow underneath. Cook until bottom is set and top is almost set, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheese over top. Place skillet under preheated broiler for 2 or 3 minutes to melt cheese and puff up frittata or cover with lid and cook for a couple minutes on stovetop.
- Loosen around edge of frittata. Cut into wedges and serve.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your frittata.
- Don't overcook the eggs. The frittata should be cooked through, but it should still be slightly moist in the center.
- Use a variety of vegetables and meats. This will add flavor and texture to your frittata.
- Be creative with your fillings. You can use almost any combination of vegetables, meats, and cheeses.
- Serve the frittata hot or cold. It's delicious either way.
Conclusion:
Frittata is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With a little creativity, you can create a frittata that everyone will love.
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