Best 4 Pasta Carbonara Frittata Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable fusion of Italian and Spanish flavors with our Pasta Carbonara Frittata, a culinary masterpiece that combines the richness of carbonara sauce with the fluffy texture of a frittata. This versatile dish serves as a hearty breakfast, brunch, or light dinner, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Explore our collection of recipes, including a traditional Pasta Carbonara Frittata, a vegetarian-friendly Mushroom and Spinach Frittata, and a unique Smoked Salmon and Leek Frittata. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to provide a unique culinary experience, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of taste.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CARBONARA FRITTATA



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This is a riff on one of my favorite pasta dishes--spaghetti carbonara--which is basically just bacon and eggs with pasta. In this version, I play with the ratio of pasta to eggs. In the traditional dish, the balance is heavier on the pasta and lighter on the eggs. I flip this around and go to the other extreme: more eggs and only a little pasta. Toss the whole shootin' match in a nonstick pan, slide the pan into the oven, and voila! Carbonara is definitely what's for breakfast!

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice
Extra-virgin olive oil, for cooking
6 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup grated Pecorino cheese
Kosher salt
1/4 pound spaghetti, cooked in salted boiling water for 8 minutes, drained and cooled
1/2 bunch fresh chives, finely chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the pancetta in an 8-inch nonstick saute pan with enough olive oil to coat the pan. Cook over low heat until most of the fat renders out. Increase the heat to medium high and cook until the pancetta is brown and crispy, 8 to 10 minutes total. Drain and reserve a little bit of the fat if there is too much in the pan. Remove half the pancetta with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the eggs and Pecorino and whisk until well combined. Taste and season with salt only if needed (the Pecorino is usually pretty salty so be SURE to taste the egg mixture before salting).
  • To the pan with the pancetta, add half the cooked spaghetti, and half the egg mixture. Place the pan over medium heat and stir the mixture gently with a heatproof spatula. As the eggs around the edges start to set, pull them in and tip the pan so more eggs run to fill in the gaps. Do this for a couple minutes and then toss the pan in the preheated oven for 4 to 5 minutes or until the eggs are set in the center.
  • Remove the pan from the oven, sprinkle with chives, and serve immediately or at room temperature.
  • Repeat this process with the remaining ingredients and pan drippings for another frittata.

EGG PASTA FRITTATA



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 29m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 12 ounce box egg fettuccini pasta
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon grated or ground nutmeg, eyeball it
Salt and black pepper
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
12 extra large eggs, beaten
Ham Steaks, recipe follows
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 large ham steaks, cut in halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it. Add pasta and cook 6 minutes -- to a chewy al dente. Pasta will continue to cook in frittata. Drain and reserve.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet with oven safe handle over medium high heat. If all of your skillets have rubber handles, cover handle tightly in foil to protect it. Add oil and butter and melt together. Add cream and reduce for about 3 minutes. Add cheese and nutmeg, salt and pepper. Toss sauce with cooked pasta to coat. Add parsley and beaten eggs to the skillet and stir gently to combine. Allow the eggs to set up on the bottom of the pan and become firm. Transfer pan to hot oven and bake 10 minutes, until golden. Serve from the pan or transfer to a platter. Serve hot or cold, cutting frittata into wedges and serve with Ham Steaks.
  • Heat a large skillet, with olive oil. Add the ham steaks and heat through, 1 to 2 minutes on each side.

THYME PASTA FRITTATA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 19m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 eggs
3 tablespoons whipping cream
1 cup grated Parmesan
3 cups cooked and cooled penne pasta
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 lemon, zested
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cream. Stir in the cheese, pasta, 2 tablespoons of the thyme, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  • In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Pour the egg mixture into the pan and cook for 7 to 8 minutes until the edges begin to brown. Remove the pan from the heat. Using a spatula, slide the frittata onto a dinner plate. Carefully invert the frittata back into the skillet and continue to cook until firm, 5 to 6 minutes
  • Garnish with the remaining thyme. Cut into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

PASTA FRITTATA



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This dish is one recipe calling for leftover pasta that is actually worth planning for. It's portable, it's endlessly versatile, and it's practically foolproof. Substitute almost any cheese for the Parmesan (or leave it out altogether) and toss in any cooked vegetable or meat. Make it your own. One last bit of advice from Mr. Bittman: "The key to extreme enjoyment is to make sure that some ends of pasta pieces protrude from the top of the mixture when you put it in the oven. They will become crunchy, giving the leftover pasta yet one more pleasant dimension."

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 pound spaghetti, linguine, fettuccine or other long pasta (or about 1/2 pound cooked pasta)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup minced pancetta, bacon or prosciutto, optional
6 eggs
1 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • If using leftover cooked pasta, chop it up. If using dried pasta, bring a large pot of water to a boil, and salt it. Cook pasta until barely tender, somewhat short of where you would normally cook it. Drain, and immediately toss it in a wide bowl with half the butter or oil. Cool it a bit.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Put remaining butter or oil in a large nonstick ovenproof skillet, and turn heat to medium-high. If you are using meat, add it, and cook, stirring occasionally until crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. (If not using meat, proceed.)
  • In large bowl, combine pasta with remaining ingredients, along with salt and pepper (less salt if you are using meat). Pour into skillet, and turn heat to medium-low. Use a spoon if necessary to even out top of frittata. Cook undisturbed until mixture firms up on bottom, then transfer to oven. Bake just until top is set, about 10 minutes. Remove, and serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 286, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 322 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the frittata will be. Choose fresh, flavorful vegetables and cheese, and use high-quality eggs and pasta.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that the pasta should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. If the pasta is overcooked, it will become mushy and the frittata will be less flavorful.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the frittata, it is important to not overcrowd the pan. If the pan is too crowded, the eggs will not cook evenly and the frittata will be more likely to stick. Use a large pan or cook the frittata in batches.
  • Cook the frittata over medium heat. Cooking the frittata over medium heat will help to prevent it from burning. Also, keep the temperature low will help to prevent the eggs from overcooking and becoming rubbery.
  • Let the frittata cool slightly before serving. Once the frittata is cooked, let it cool slightly before serving. This will help to prevent it from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Pasta carbonara frittata is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its creamy carbonara sauce, tender pasta, and crispy edges, this frittata is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal to feed your family or friends, give this pasta carbonara frittata a try!

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