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South Western Frittata

Type: Eggs
Courses: Main Course
Serves: 4 people

Recipe Ingredients

2 cups 292g / 10ozIdaho potatoes - (8 oz) - peeled, diced (medium)
  = (2 cups potatoes)
2 tablespoons 30mlVegetable oil
1 tablespoon 15mlOnion - diced (medium)
1   Red or green bell pepper - seeded, diced
1   Garlic clove - minced or pressed
1 cup 62g / 2.2ozCorn
8 cups 1584g / 55ozEggs (large)
1 cup 146g / 5.1ozShredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons 30mlFinely-chopped cilantro or parsley
1/2 teaspoon 2.5mlSalt
1/4 teaspoon 1.3mlFreshly-ground black pepper

Recipe Instructions

In a large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add potatoes, onion, pepper and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 8 minutes or until potatoes are almost cooked. Stir in corn.

In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, shredded cheese, cilantro or parsley, and salt and pepper. Pour over the potatoes in the skillet. Lower heat and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes or until egg mixture is almost set. Pre-heat broiler.

Place skillet under broiler, about 6 to 8 inches from the heat source. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until eggs are set on top. Serve with crusty bread and a green salad.

For spicier versions substitute hot pepper Monterey Jack cheese for regular and serve with salsa.

This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.

Description:

"A frittata is kind of a cross between an omelette and quiche (minus

the crust). Very versatile, the fritatta makes a wonderful breakfast,

lunch or even light dinner entree."

Source:
Breakfast Recipes at http://www.fabulousfoods.com

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