Making a warm, custardy vegetable frittata with fall’s finest produce is simpler and more enjoyable than you might think! This dish is perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or breakfast. Start by choosing the right pan—either a non-stick, oven-safe skillet, or a well-seasoned cast iron pan works best. Sauté a medley of late-autumn vegetables, like potatoes, peppers and hearty greens, until they’re almost tender. Then, pour in your well-whisked eggs and give the pan a quick stir. Transfer the pan to the oven, but keep an eye on it! The secret to a perfect frittata is pulling it out just as it sets, leaving it soft and custard-like in texture. Keep in mind, the eggs will continue to cook slightly from residual heat. Serve your frittata warm with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, paired with your favorite breakfast sides. Alternatively, let it cool to room temperature and enjoy it alongside a crisp green salad for a light, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 2-3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 medium red potatoes thinly sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper cored, seeded and diced
- 1 bunch asparagus trimmed, tough ends cut off and thinly sliced on the diagonal
- 1 heaping cup baby kale leaves or baby spinach leaves
- 10 large whole eggs
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup cream cheese (optional)
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary or basil finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the potato slices and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and beginning to crisp, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the bell pepper and asparagus and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender and the asparagus is still slightly crisp, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add the kale (or spinach) and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt and pepper. Remove the skillet from the heat and pour the egg mixture over the vegetables, stirring gently to distribute everything evenly. Dot the cream cheese over the top in small pieces.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake, uncovered, until the eggs are set through but still soft in the center, about 12 to 15 minutes. Let the frittata cool for a few minutes before cutting into wedges. Sprinkle with the fresh herbs and serve warm. The frittata can be made up to 2 hours in advance and served at room temperature.
