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Broccoli Frittata

By Linda Larsen, About.com

You can use any frozen vegetable in this delicious vegetarian entree recipe; try green beans or baby peas. Use leftover toasted bread slices to make the bread crumbs.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 4 Tbsp. butter, divided
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups frozen broccoli florets, steamed and well drained
  • 1 cup chopped plum tomatoes, drained
  • 1-1/2 cups coarse toasted bread crumbs
  • 10 eggs, beaten
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup grated Havarti cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a heavy skillet, melt 2 Tbsp. butter in 2 Tbsp. olive oil until slightly foamy. Add garlic and broccoli and cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes until garlic is fragrant. Add bread crumbs and cook and stir 2-3 minutes longer. Set aside.

In another oven proof skillet, melt remaining 2 Tbsp. butter over medium heat and spread to coat bottom of pan. Season eggs with salt and pepper and pour into skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, then top with vegetable bread crumb mixture, tomatoes, and Havarti cheese. Stir gently, then transfer pan to oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes until eggs are set and beginning to brown. Top with Parmesan cheese and serve.

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