Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Tomato Herb Frittata, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the vibrant colors and freshness of garden-picked tomatoes with an aromatic bouquet of herbs. This savory dish, hailing from the heart of Italian cuisine, showcases the versatility of eggs, transformed into a golden, fluffy canvas adorned with juicy tomato chunks, sun-kissed basil, and the earthy charm of thyme. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover a symphony of textures and flavors, from the tender embrace of the eggs to the burst of juicy tomatoes and the herbaceous dance of basil and thyme. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this delightful Tomato Herb Frittata, a dish that promises to elevate your brunch or lunch experience to new heights.
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MUSHROOM TOMATO FRITTATA
Full of veggies, this mushroom tomato frittata is a healthy breakfast. Serve it warm, at room temperature or as leftovers cold from the fridge.
Provided by Paige Adams
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch non-stick ovenproof skillet over medium high heat. Sauté the mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until they turn brown. Stir in the roasted tomatoes and parsley and reduce the heat to low.
- Pour in the egg mixture. Allow the eggs start to set at the edges, about 2-4 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until just set in the middle.
- Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
HERB FRITTATA
This is one of the real classics of this region's cuisine (Friuli-Venezia Giulia).You will find it wherever you travel, especially in the springtime when wild herbs sprout in fragrant profusion all over La Terra Fortunata. The key here is to use as large a variety of herbs, grasses and greens as you can locate. It is traditional that there be at least five different types. Among the most famous are silene, hops, melissa, mint, verbena, basil, marjoram, sage, parsley, spinach (just a little), fennel leaves, Swiss chard, zucchini (courgette) flowers, wild fennel, beet greens, chervil, sorrel and celery leaves. This frittata is served piping hot, tepid or cool. As always, it should be covered if allowed to cool and cut into wedges before serving.
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Thoroughly butter the bottom and sides of an 8-inch nonstick skillet. If 2 tablespoons are not sufficient, use more butter. Place the pan over low heat; when the butter becomes warm, add chives or onions. Heat gently, just until they give off a little fragrance. Add the herbs and greens and, if necessary, a little more butter. Stir so that all the flavors mingle.
- While the greens are heating, beat the eggs, milk, flour, cheese and a little pepper into a large bowl. Add the egg mixture to the greens and stir with a fork, taking care to avoid scraping the fork along the bottom of the pan. While working with the fork in 1 hand, shake the pan continuously to prevent the frittata from sticking.
- Once the frittata has a rather firm skin on the bottom, slide it out of the pan and onto a plate. Invert the frittata back into the pan so that the less-cooked side of the frittata is now face-down in the pan. Return to the heat and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, shaking the pan continuously to prevent sticking. The frittata is done when the bottom is firm and light chestnut-brown.
- Slide the frittata onto a dish for serving. If you plan to cool the frittata, cover it with a clean cloth or paper towels. Cut into wedges before serving.
- Variations:
- To make a baked omelet, preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Prepare the greens as above and transfer to a buttered 8-inch baking dish. Beat the eggs, milk, flour, cheese, and pepper in a large bowl and pour over the greens. Bake for 15 minutes, unmold onto a plate, cut into wedges, and serve.
- Although usually served plain, you can drape a paper-thin slice of prosciutto di San Daniele over the frittata before serving.
TOMATO FRITTATA WITH FRESH MARJORAM OR THYME
One of my summer favorites, this frittata makes a perfect and substantial meal served cold or at room temperature.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, appetizer, main course
Time 45m
Yield Four to six servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Divide the tomatoes into two batches. Slice one batch into rounds (about 1/3 inch thick), and seed and chop the other batch. Toss the chopped tomatoes in a bowl with the garlic and salt and pepper to taste.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl, and stir in salt and pepper to taste, milk and half the marjoram or thyme. Stir in the chopped tomatoes.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a 10-inch heavy nonstick skillet. Hold your hand above it; it should feel hot. Drop a bit of egg into the pan; if it sizzles and cooks at once, the pan is ready. Pour in the egg mixture. Tilt the pan to distribute the eggs evenly over the surface. Shake the pan gently, tilting it slightly with one hand while lifting up the edges of the frittata with a wooden or plastic spatula in your other hand, so as to let layers of eggs form during the first few minutes of cooking. Once a few layers of egg have cooked, arrange the tomato slices on top of the frittata, turn the heat down to low and cover the pan. (Use a pizza pan if you don't have a lid that will fit your skillet.) Cook 10 minutes, shaking the pan gently every once in a while. From time to time, remove the lid and loosen the bottom of the frittata with the spatula, tilting the pan so that the bottom doesn't burn. The eggs should be just about set; cook a few minutes longer if they're not.
- Meanwhile, heat the broiler. Uncover the pan and place under the broiler, not too close to the heat, for one to three minutes, watching carefully to make sure the top doesn't burn. (At most, it should brown very slightly and puff under the broiler.) Remove from the heat, shake the pan to make sure the frittata isn't sticking, and allow it to cool for 5 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle on the remaining marjoram or thyme. Loosen the edges with the spatula. Carefully slide from the pan onto a large round platter. Cut into wedges. Serve hot, warm, at room temperature or cold.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 138, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 398 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TOMATO FRITTATA
You say tomato, I say Frittata. Tomatoes are so good for you. I found this recipe in a WebMD magazine at my Dr's office.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 9-inch non-stick skillet, cook the onion and bell pepper with salt and pepper to taste in 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium heat, stirring often, until onion and pepper is tender, about 3 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat or whisk together the eggs, egg substitute, and cheese; add the bell pepper mixture and whisk together until well combined.
- Spray the 9-inch skillet with cooking spray ,start heating the skillet again over mediun heat until hot and quickly pour in the egg mixture, distributing the bell pepper and onion evenly.
- While it begins to cook, arrange tomato slices decoratively on the top, then sprinkle the 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning on top; Cover skillet and cook( WITHOUT stirring) for about 6 minutes, or until the frittata is set and the bottom is nicely brown.
- If desired, broil the frittata under a preheated broiler, about 4-inches from the heat, for 2 minutes to lightly brown the top; let cool in skillet for 5 minutes; slide the frittata onto a serving plate, cut into wedges and serve it warm or at room temperature.
HERB-AND-OLIVE FRITTATA
In this recipe, herbs are the focus, but to use herbs on a grand scale, it helps to know which ones work in that role and which ones don't. Parsley, obviously, works in abundance: it's clean-tasting, pleasantly grassy and almost never overwhelming. You can add literally a bunch (bunches!) of it to salad, soup, eggs, pasta, grains or beans. The same is largely true of basil, and you can use other mild herbs - chervil, chives, cilantro, dill, shiso - by at least the handful. (Mint is also useful but will easily take over a dish if you add too much of it.) I put most other herbs - epazote, lavender, marjoram and oregano, rosemary, sage, tarragon and thyme - in the category of strong herbs, which must be used more sparingly than mild herbs. You usually don't want to use more than a tablespoon or so of strong herbs in a dish. This frittata uses generous amounts of both parsley and basil and lesser amounts of dill, mint, rosemary or thyme.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories breakfast, easy, quick, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the olives and herbs and cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and become dry, 2 to 3 minutes. Meanwhile, beat together the eggs, milk, flour and some salt and pepper.
- Turn heat to low and pour the egg mixture into the skillet, using a spoon if necessary to evenly distribute the herbs and olives. Cook, undisturbed, until the eggs are just set, 5 to 10 minutes. (You can set the top further by putting the pan in an oven at 350 for a few minutes or by running it under the broiler for a minute or two.) Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 212, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 343 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will ensure that your frittata has the best possible flavor.
- Use a variety of fresh herbs. This will add depth and complexity to the dish.
- Don't overcook the frittata. It should be cooked until the eggs are just set, but still slightly runny in the center.
- Let the frittata cool slightly before serving. This will help it to hold its shape.
- Serve the frittata with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
A tomato-herb frittata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect frittata every time.
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