We have some good friends (who also happen to be neighbors), and they are raising ten hens. I get our eggs primarily from them, and these eggs are some of the best eggs I have ever tasted. The eggs are fresh, and I know they are free-range chickens, because I see the hens wandering all over their grassy yard, energetically pecking at the ground and eating all the natural things chickens love to eat. Since these eggs are a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, I like to find ways to use them to feed my family. The frittata recipe I have posted below is very simple and basic, which at least for my family makes it kid-friendly. The recipe is also quick and easy to make, which is a bonus on busy days. All you need are eggs, Parmesan and feta cheese, a little olive oil for the pan, and some fresh chives, if you like chives. Or if you are aiming to please different tastes, as I was this morning, you can put chives on just half of the frittata. This time of year, a frittata tastes delicious with fresh, juicy, ripe tomato slices on the side. And if you have some frittata left over, it also tastes good cold between a couple of slices of bread and tomato. There are countless ways to add vegetables and more herbs to frittatas, but for this recipe I have kept it simple, and sometimes that is the best.
Tag: eggs
Feta-Parmesan Frittata
Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 3-4 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2-3 Tablespoons crumbles feta cheese
- a handful of chopped fresh chives
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil for the pan
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Crack the eggs into a bowl and stir them well. Pour the olive oil into an oven-proof skillet (If you don’t have an oven-proof skillet, a pie plate will work as well). Swirl the oil around to coat the bottom of the skillet. Pour the eggs from the bowl into the skillet. Sprinkle the cheeses evenly over the eggs. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the frittata is solid when you shake the pan. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh chives. Let it cool for about 5 minutes, then slice and serve with fresh tomato slices and toast. Enjoy!