Pasta frittata is an Italian dish that combines the flavors of pasta, eggs, and cheese into a delicious and versatile meal. It is a popular dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and can be easily customized with a variety of ingredients. This article provides three different recipes for pasta frittata, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic pasta frittata made with spaghetti, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs. The second recipe is a vegetarian pasta frittata made with penne, zucchini, bell peppers, and goat cheese. The third recipe is a meatball pasta frittata made with rigatoni, meatballs, and mozzarella cheese. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. With its endless variations and ease of preparation, pasta frittata is a dish that everyone can enjoy.
Here are our top 19 tried and tested recipes!
PASTA FRITTATA
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
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
PASTA FRITTATA
This well-seasoned frittata, starring ham, eggs, cheese and pasta, is always popular on a buffet. It bakes up a lovely golden brown and slices like a dream. Folks can bring their appetites when this dish is served and walk away satisfied! - Penny McBride Decatur, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In an ovenproof skillet, saute onion in oil. Add ham and garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Remove and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and egg whites. Add cheese, parsley and seasonings. Add the ham mixture and pasta., Coat the same skillet with cooking spray if necessary. Add pasta mixture. Cover and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes. Uncover. Bake at 400° for 13 minutes or until set. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 251mg cholesterol, Sodium 1107mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
EGG PASTA FRITTATA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 29m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
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.
PASTA FRITTATA WITH BROCCOLI RABE AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Categories Leafy Green Pasta Tomato Brunch Bake Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy Winter Gourmet
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put oven rack in upper third of oven and preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook pasta in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions; 2 minutes before pasta is done cooking, add broccoli rabe and cook 2 minutes. Drain pasta and broccoli rabe and pat dry.
- Heat oil in a 10-inch heavy ovenproof nonstick skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking. Add pasta, broccoli rabe, and tomatoes and sauté, stirring frequently, 2 minutes. Whisk together eggs, cheese, milk, salt, and pepper and pour over pasta mixture. Transfer skillet to oven and bake until frittata is set (eggs should be just firm), 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer frittata to a cutting board and cut into wedges.
PASTA FRITTATA
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a saute pan and over a high heat, add the olive oil, fresh garlic, red and green peppers, mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture cook until vegetables are slightly softened, and then add the spinach and ham and let simmer for 5 minutes. Strain the mixture well and add it to a slightly greased 13- by 9-inch baking pan.
- In a separate bowl combine the eggs and half-and-half, and mix well with a wire whisk. Add the combination to the baking pan along with the Parmesan, mozzarella, fresh basil, and spaghetti. Mix all the ingredients together gently.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the baking pan in the middle rack and cook for 25 to 30 minutes. Then remove the pan from the oven and let it stand for 5 minutes. Garnish the pasta frittata with Parmesan and fresh parsley and serve.
PESTO PASTA FRITTATA
Steps:
- Set a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat it to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Parmesan, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, and a few grinds of black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, toss the pasta with the pesto or herb sauce.
- Melt the butter in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet (or other nonstick oven-safe pan) over medium heat. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet, then nestle in the pasta.
- Cook, undisturbed, until the frittata is set around the edges but still looks wet on the surface, about 5 minutes. Slide the frittata into the oven and bake until the top is set, about 10 minutes.
- Serve the frittata warm or at room temperature, with more pesto or herb sauce on the side.
PASTA AND CHEESE FRITTATA
This dish is great for a no-fuss family dinner and makes for a terrific brunch, too. Try it using leftover spaghetti and meatballs or Orecchiette with Bacon and Tomato Sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together ricotta, Parmesan, and eggs; season with salt and pepper. Fold in reserved pasta until well combined.
- Heat broiler. In a 10-inch nonstick ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add pasta mixture, pressing with the back of a rubber spatula to spread it evenly in skillet. Cook, without stirring, until golden brown and set on bottom, about 6 minutes. Transfer skillet to oven and broil until frittata is golden brown, about 4 minutes. With a thin spatula, loosen frittata from skillet; invert onto a large plate. Cut into wedges; serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g
CORN, ZUCCHINI, AND PASTA FRITTATA
Use leftovers from our Corn and Zucchini Orzo Salad to make this tasty egg dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, combine orzo salad, eggs, and basil; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large ovenproof nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add egg mixture and cook, undisturbed, until edges are set, about 3 minutes. Transfer skillet to oven and bake until top is just set, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let frittata sit 5 minutes. Invert or slide frittata onto a plate and cut into 6 wedges. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g
PASTA FRITTATA
This can be put together, refrigerated, and baked later. Let it get to room temperature, before placing it in oven. Cut in to squares to serve. Great dish for luncheon, or late night supper.
Provided by weekend cooker
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 plates, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a skillet, saute onion and both peppers in margarine over medium heat for 5 minutes, but do not brown.
- In a large bowl, combine onion-pepper mixture and spaghetti and toss. Add mozzarella cheese and toss.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk, parmesan cheese, basil, oregeno, seasoned salt, and pepper.
- Add spaghetti mixture and pour into buttered 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
- Uncover and make sure eggs are set. If not, bake 2-3 minutes longer.
FRITTATA (BASIC PASTA AND CHEESE)
This is a take on a recipe from Giada at Food Network. It is great for beakfast through brunch. The wedges are easy to take and serve and may be eaten out of hand. This basic recipe is nice. You can vary the pasta, cheese, additions and seasonings to suit your taste.
Provided by Momma Dukes
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 6 wedges, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and cream together. Gently fold in the cheese, pasta and rest of ingredients. One at a time, in that order.
- In a nonstick pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pan and cook for 7 to 8 minutes until the edges start to brown.
- Flip the frittata by sliding it onto a large plate or tray then carefully inverting it back into the pan. Continue to cook for 5 to 6 minutes more.
- Remove from pan then cut into wedges and serve. This is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
- (You may also add about 1/2 cup of leftovers such as cubed meat or diced sauted vegetables mixing and matching to suit your taste. Some of my favorites are ham and Swiss, or chicken and cheddar with a tablespoon or so of canned green chilies. Be creative, find your own then share the results).
CHICKEN AND PASTA FRITTATA
A tasty frittata which can be served warm with crusty rolls and a salad or at room temperature at picnics,for take-to-work lunches or in school lunchboxes. Adapted from a recipe I found in the May 2006 issue of the Australian magazine 'super food ideas'.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water, following the packet directions, until tender; drain.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over a medium heat; add the onion, garlic and carrot and cook for 3-4 minutes or until soft; add the red pepper and cook, stirring occasionally for 1 minute; then transfer the contents of the pan to a large bowl.
- Add the chicken, thyme, parmesan, parsley and pasta to the onion mixture; whisk the eggs in a large jug and add them to the pasta mixture; stir until well-combined and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Heat the remaining oil in the pan over a medium heat and add the pasta mixture to the hot pan; reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the contents of the pan for 8-10 minutes or until the frittata has set around the edges. The centre should still be slightly soft.
- Preheat a grill on a medium heat and place the pan under the grill; cook the frittata for 4-5 minutes or until it is golden and set.
- Cut into wedges and serve with crusty rolls and a salad.
CHEESY PASTA AND VEGGIE FRITTATA
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
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.
PASTA FRITTATA - RACHAEL RAY
Make and share this Pasta Frittata - Rachael Ray recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bricookie55
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and parmesan; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large, oven-proof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the pasta and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the egg mixture and cook until the edges begin to harden. Using a spoon or spatula, draw the cooked egg edges toward the center of the pan, letting the raw egg run to the edges of the pan.
- Continue unti the frittata is almost set, but still a little runny in the middle, about 4 minutes. Transfer to the oven to finish cooking, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Using a rubber spatula, loosen the edges of the frittata. Cut into wedges; serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.1, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 392.4, Sodium 353.4, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1, Protein 19.2
PASTA FRITTATA WITH MUSHROOMS
Leftover pasta has never tasted so good! It is so good in fact, you may find yourself making extra pasta just to make this dish! The cool thing about this recipe is that the Frittata can be made ahead of time! It can sit at room temperature for about 3 hours before serving! Original recipe is by Mark Strausman, author of The Campagna Table.
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- In a medium skillet, melt butter along with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over moderately high heat. Add the garlic and saute for about 30 seconds. Add mushrooms and continue stirring for about 2 minutes. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add the spaghetti in tomato sauce, prosciutto or other dried cured ham product, cream and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lightly beaten eggs and toss the mixture until it is evenly distributed. .
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large ovenproof or cast iron skillet until shimmering. Swirl to coat sides and pour in the frittata mixture, spreading it evenly. Cook over moderately high heat until the frittata is barely set on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan over the top.
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until it is firm in the center and cooked through.
- Remove from oven and run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the frittata from the sides. Place a large round plate or platter over the top of the pan and flip the skillet and platter. Use oven mitts as the skillet will be hot. Serve it cut into wedges, hot or at room temperature.
CHEESY PASTA FRITTATA
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
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.
CHICKEN AND PASTA FRITTATA
Categories Egg
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In large oven-going skillet cook broccoli and onion in hot oil over medium heat 5 minutes or until tender. stir in penne, chicken, basil, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Pour eggs over mixture in skillet. Cook over medium heat. As mixture sets, run a spatula around edge of skillet, lifting egg mixture so uncooked portion flows underneath. Continue cooking and lifting edges until egg mixture is almost set. Top with cheese. Bake 5 minutes or until set. Sprinkle with pepper. Makes 4 servings.
SALMON TRILOGY (PART IIL): GRAVAD SALMON PASTA FRITTATA
You have some left over gravad salmon and pasta? Here is my way to bring it together. It is easy and delicious. It can be stored it in the fridge for a longer time. Pasta and the salty gravad salmon is an exceptional combination of a more Mediterranean style and a typical northern fish idea. It is the finish of the Salmon Trilogy.
Provided by Thorsten
Categories Beans
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti al dente according to package directions. Only drain spaghetti, do not rinse.
- Remove as much marinade as possible from Gravad Salmon. If very salty, rinse slightly and pat dry with paper towels.
- Cut Salmon into bite-sized pieces.
- Put eggs, milk and cream into a small bowl and mix. Add Salmon and pepper. Mix.
- In an oven-proofed pan (10 inch in diameter and hight enough) cook onion in olive oil on medium high heat until soft, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- If necessary: cut Green Beans into pieces.
- Add Green Beans, Spaghetti and Salmon-milk-mixture to onions and mix well. NOTE: The Frittata will not be stirred during cooking. So this mixture should have the "final look".
- Cover pan with a lid or aluminium foil and cook for 25 minutes on low heat. Do not stirr. The border of the Frittata should become dry (like an omelet).
- Meanwhile preheat Grill in oven (480 F, 250 C).
- After cooking, remove lid from pan and put Frittata under Grill. Bake Frittata until surface is cooked and slightly brown coloured (about 5 to 10 minutes).
- Take Frittata out of the oven and let set for 5 minutes.
- Detach Frittata from the pan. Invert Frittata over a plate larger than the pan and let Frittata slid onto plate.
- Cut Frittata in wedges and serve with a green salad.
- VARIATIONS: You can also use canned Salmon or Thuna for this recipe, but you have add salt to taste. You can replace Green Beans by peas. You can use any other Pasta.
- NOTE: Salmon Trilogy, Part I (Potato baked Salmon, #127652), Part II (Gravad Salmon, #127934).
- NOTE: Cooking time for Spaghetti is not included.
PASTA CARBONARA FRITTATA
Steps:
- Make the frittata Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 425°F. Bring a 4-quart pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions. Drain. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with a whisk, then whisk in the pecorino and cream. Heat the oil in a 10-inch, ovenproof, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until lightly browned, about 6 minutes. Add the onion and sage and cook until the onion is translucent and the bacon is crisp, about 5 minutes. Season with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Add the pasta and toss to distribute the ingredients evenly. Gently pour in the egg mixture. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 12 to 15 minutes. Loosen the edges with a silicone spatula and slide the frittata onto a cutting board. Make the salad Whisk together the oil and vinegar in a small bowl. Put the radicchio, arugula, and shallot in a large bowl and toss with just enough of the vinaigrette to coat. Season with 1/2 tsp. sea salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Sprinkle more black pepper on the frittata. Slice and serve with additional pecorino and the salad. Make Ahead Tips The pasta can be cooked 1 day ahead. nutrition information (per serving): Calories (kcal): 390; Fat (g): 25; Fat Calories (kcal): 220; Saturated Fat (g): 9; Protein (g): 16; Monounsaturated Fat (g): 11; Carbohydrates (g): 25; Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 3; Sodium (mg): 550; Cholesterol (mg): 245; Fiber (g): 2;
PASTA FRITTATA
Number Of Ingredients 6
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.
Tips for Making a Perfect Pasta Frittata:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and cooked pasta are key.
- Cook the pasta al dente so that it still has a slight bite to it when you add it to the frittata.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the frittata. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
- Cook the frittata over medium heat so that it has time to cook through without burning.
- Don't flip the frittata too early. Wait until the edges are set and the bottom is golden brown before flipping.
- Serve the frittata warm or at room temperature. It can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Conclusion:
A pasta frittata is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for any meal. It's easy to make and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a hearty and satisfying dinner, a pasta frittata is sure to please.
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