Best 6 Potato Basil Frittata Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our mouthwatering Potato Basil Frittata, a delightful Italian dish that promises a culinary journey like no other. This versatile dish features tender potatoes, aromatic basil, and a symphony of herbs and spices, all brought together by the richness of eggs. Whether you're seeking a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or an impressive brunch, this frittata will undoubtedly satisfy your cravings. With our easy-to-follow recipe, you'll be able to create this culinary masterpiece in no time.

Additional Recipes Included:

1. Classic Frittata: Experience the essence of simplicity with our classic frittata recipe, where eggs take center stage, complemented by a medley of vegetables and a sprinkle of cheese.

2. Spinach and Feta Frittata: Discover a vibrant combination of spinach, feta cheese, and eggs in this flavorful frittata. It's a perfect way to incorporate healthy greens into your diet.

3. Zucchini and Goat Cheese Frittata: Delight in the harmonious blend of zucchini, tangy goat cheese, and eggs in this colorful and flavorful frittata. It's a vegetarian-friendly option that's sure to impress.

4. Mushroom and Gruyère Frittata: Embark on a savory adventure with our mushroom and Gruyère frittata. The earthy notes of mushrooms and the nutty flavor of Gruyère cheese create a delightful symphony of flavors.

5. Sausage and Bell Pepper Frittata: Satisfy your cravings with our hearty sausage and bell pepper frittata. The combination of protein-packed sausage, colorful bell peppers, and eggs makes this dish a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

POTATO FRITTATA



Potato Frittata image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup diced onion
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 to 5 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste
6 large eggs
2 to 3 tablespoons freshly grated Locatelli-Romano
Minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Pat dry the potatoes and onions.
  • In a large, nonstick skillet set over moderate heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil until hot. Add the potatoes and salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and just tender. Transfer to a plate.
  • In a bowl, combine the eggs, Locatelli-Romano, and salt and pepper. Add the vegetable mixture and gently stir to combine.
  • Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil to the skillet and heat it over moderate heat until hot. Add the vegetable and egg mixture and cook it over moderately low heat until golden brown and set on the underside. Invert a plate over the skillet and flip the frittata onto the plate.
  • Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet and slide the frittata back in, uncooked side down. Cook until completely set.
  • Transfer to a plate and cut into wedges. Sprinkle with parsley.

POTATO PANCETTA FRITTATA



Potato Pancetta Frittata image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ounces pancetta, medium diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
7 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, 1/2-inch-diced (4 potatoes)
8 extra-large eggs
15 ounces ricotta cheese
3/4 pound Gruyere cheese, grated
1/2 cup whole milk
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 fresh basil leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium (10-inch) oven-proof omelet pan over medium-low heat, cook the pancetta in the olive oil for 5 to 10 minutes, until browned. Remove the pancetta from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in the pan (don't wipe it out). Add the potatoes and fry them for 6 to 8 minutes, until cooked through and lightly browned, turning occasionally. Melt the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter in a small dish in the microwave.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a large bowl, then stir in the ricotta, Gruyere, melted butter, and milk. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper and stir into the egg mixture. Add the basil.
  • Put the pancetta back into the pan with the potatoes and pour in the egg mixture. Place the pan in the center of the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, until the frittata is browned and puffed and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Serve hot.

POTATO BASIL FRITTATA SQUARES



Potato Basil Frittata Squares image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
3 cups peeled and 1/2-inch-diced boiling potatoes (4 potatoes)
12 extra-large eggs
22 ounces ricotta cheese
1 pound 2 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour a 12-by-18-by-1 1/2-inch half sheet pan.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a 12-inch saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the potatoes and fry them until cooked through, turning often, 10 to 15 minutes. Melt the remaining 8 tablespoons of butter in a small saute pan and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a large bowl, then stir in the ricotta, Gruyere, melted butter, salt, pepper, and basil. Sprinkle on the flour and baking powder and stir into the egg mixture.
  • Distribute the potatoes over the bottom of the sheet pan. Pour the egg mixture over the potatoes and spread evenly. Bake the frittata until it is browned and puffed, 30 to 35 minutes. Allow the frittata to cool and cut into 20 single-serving squares.

POTATO-BASIL FRITTATA



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A frittata is great for a hearty breakfast or an easy winter lunch with a green salad, and the variations are endless. Frittatas are so much easier than making individual omelets because you can prepare the egg mixture a few hours ahead of time. Before guests arrive, all you have to do is saute the potatoes, then pour on the eggs and bake. A great lunch for everyone and no stress for the hostess!

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided
2 cups peeled and 1/2-inch diced Yukon Gold potatoes (1 pound)
8 extra-large eggs
15 ounces fresh ricotta cheese
3/4 pound Gruyere cheese, grated
1/3 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a 10-inch ovenproof omelet pan over medium-low heat. Add the potatoes and saute them for 10 to 15 minutes, until lightly browned and cooked through, turning often. Melt the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter in a small dish in the microwave.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a very large bowl, then stir in the ricotta, Gruyere, milk, melted butter, salt, pepper and basil. Combine the flour and baking powder in a small bowl and stir into the egg mixture.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the potatoes and place the pan in the center of the oven. Bake the frittata for 50 to 60 minutes, until it is puffed and browned on top and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Serve hot or warm.

BASIL FRITTATA



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This is being posted for ZWT 2006 (Italian region). Frittatas are simply omelettes and this is a wonderful example of one. I love fresh basil and grow it every year and this is a great showcase for it. You can also add a little bit of Mozzarella cheese to this one to get that yummy stringy cheese thing going.

Provided by JanetB-KY

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium potatoes, peeled, cooked And mashed well
1/2 onion, Chopped
4 tablespoons butter
4 eggs
salt & pepper
1/2 cup diced prosciutto or 1/2 cup cooked ham
1/2 cup thinly sliced basil
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup mozzarella cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a skillet, and cook the onions until they are golden and soft.
  • Add this mixture to the potatoes; add in the ham and mix well.
  • Beat the eggs together, and then pour this mixture into the bowl with the potatoes; season with salt and pepper, add in the cheese and basil and mix well.
  • Heat the remaining butter in a nonstick skillet on medium; once it is foaming, add the potato egg mixture into the pan.
  • Turn the heat to low and once the eggs have set, and the only remaining moistness is in the center, place the skillet under the broiler until the top is set and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.9, Fat 40.4, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 506.1, Sodium 699.9, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 3.9, Protein 27.3

POTATO BASIL FRITTATA (BAREFOOT CONTESSA) INA GARTEN



Potato Basil Frittata (Barefoot Contessa) Ina Garten image

Inspired by Anna Pump. Ina Garten made this the other afternoon and she had me drooling. When we made it, we made it w/out basil (personal preference) and subbed with parsley. It was wonderful! Update - 06/28/09: Have been meaning to add this for quite some time - since I am not a basil lover I have been experimenting because I felt it needed something too! I added 5 oz of cottage cheese and 12 oz of ricotta, & added crushed red pepper flakes, to taste and it made it very good indeed! I imagine when you use the fresh basil with its wonderful aroma & taste - you may not need to make this slight change. Also, tried using less yolks & increased the amount of whites but that was for a certain somebody & have only done it once! ;) I don't like taking a recipe apart but I still maintain that a lot of these changes we are forced to make - circumstances are different for everyone. I have also made this with Sharp Cheddar - delicious!

Provided by Manami

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 cups peeled and 1/2-inch diced boling potatoes (about 4 potatoes)
8 extra-large eggs
15 ounces ricotta cheese (or 7.5 oz of each kind, ricotta & cottage cheese) or 15 ounces cottage cheese (or 7.5 oz of each kind, ricotta & cottage cheese)
3/4 lb grated gruyere cheese (to make it more cost efficient, 37.5 oz gruyere & 37.5 oz Swiss cheese)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3/4 cup chopped fresh dill or 3/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
1/3 cup flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a 10" ovenproof omelet pan over medium-low heat.
  • Add the potatoes and fry them until cooked through, turning often, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Melt the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter in a small dish in the microwave.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, then stir in the ricotta, Guyere, melted butter, salt, pepper and basil.
  • Sprinkle on the flour and baking powder and stir into the egg mixture.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the potatoes and place the pan in the center of oven.
  • Bake the frittata until it is browned and puffed, 50-60 minutes.
  • It will be rounded and firm in the middle and knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.4, Fat 38.3, SaturatedFat 21.8, Cholesterol 350.9, Sodium 417.8, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 27.7

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the frittata will taste. Use organic, local ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes: The potatoes should be cooked through but still have a little bit of bite to them. Overcooked potatoes will make the frittata mushy.
  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet: A well-seasoned cast iron skillet will help the frittata cook evenly and prevent sticking.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: Make sure there is enough space between the potatoes and other ingredients so that they can cook evenly.
  • Cook the frittata over medium heat: Medium heat will help the frittata cook through without burning.
  • Flip the frittata halfway through cooking: This will ensure that the frittata is cooked evenly on both sides.
  • Let the frittata cool slightly before serving: This will help the frittata hold its shape when you cut it.

Conclusion:

The potato basil frittata is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With its combination of potatoes, basil, and cheese, this frittata is sure to please everyone at the table.

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