Artichoke and Parmesan Frittata
A hearty, protein-packed breakfast featuring tender artichoke hearts, fresh spinach, and rich parmesan. Quick to prep and perfect for stabilizing morning energy.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Frittatas hold up beautifully in the fridge. Save the second half in an airtight container for up to 3 days and enjoy it cold or gently reheated.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- 2Prep cup artichoke hearts (drained)
- 3Set out all ingredients before cooking
Ingredients
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F
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Preheat your oven to 400°F
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
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In a mixing bowl
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs together with half of the grated parmesan cheese, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
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Heat the olive oil in a 9-inch…
Heat the olive oil in a 9-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped artichoke hearts and fresh baby spinach. Sauté for about 2 minutes until the spinach is fully wilted.
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Pour the egg and cheese mixture evenly…
Pour the egg and cheese mixture evenly over the vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese over the top.
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Let it cook undisturbed on the stovetop…
Let it cook undisturbed on the stovetop for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the edges begin to pull away from the pan and set.
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Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated…
Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the center is completely set and slightly puffed.
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Remove from the oven
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then slice in half to serve.
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The nutrition underneath
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Frittatas hold up beautifully in the…
Frittatas hold up beautifully in the fridge. Save the second half in an airtight container for up to 3 days and enjoy it cold or gently reheated.
Be sure to squeeze excess moisture…
Be sure to squeeze excess moisture out of your drained artichokes with a paper towel before cooking to prevent a watery frittata.
If you don't have an oven-safe…
If you don't have an oven-safe skillet, simply cook the vegetables, transfer them to a small greased baking dish, pour the eggs over top, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
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