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Fluffy Ricotta and Spinach Frittata for Brunch

A close-up of a thick slice of baked Ricotta and spinach frittata with a golden crust, served on a white plate.
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Make a light, custardy ricotta and spinach frittata perfect for a sophisticated Mediterranean brunch. This high-protein egg bake uses ricotta cheese for a fluffy texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9-inch oven-safe skillet.
  2. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add spinach in batches, cooking until it wilts completely. Remove the skillet from the heat and drain any excess liquid from the spinach mixture. Spread the spinach mixture evenly in the bottom of the skillet.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth. This creates your custardy base.
  5. Gently pour the egg and ricotta mixture over the spinach in the skillet. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. The frittata should be puffed and lightly golden.
  7. Let the frittata rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving this great mothers day menu centerpiece.

Notes

  • To prevent a watery frittata, press the cooked spinach between paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible before adding it to the eggs.
  • For extra flavor, add 1/4 cup of sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped) with the spinach.
  • This dish is excellent served warm or at room temperature for your brunch egg bake.

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