Ham and Spinach Frittata
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Ham and Spinach Frittata
Description
The Ham and Spinach Frittata is a baked egg dish blending beaten eggs and milk with sautéed shallots, garlic, and spinach. Adding cubed ham and cheddar cheese before baking ensures a balance of meaty, vegetal, and cheesy components. The baking process sets the eggs to a firm, slightly golden consistency, preserving moisture. The sautéed spinach softens without excess water, integrating into the frittata's texture.
This frittata can be served warm as a main or alongside soups and salads for a meal. Its firm yet tender structure cuts easily into portions. The mix of mild cheddar cheese and ham adds savory depth while the greens lighten the dish.
To store, keep leftovers refrigerated in a sealed container for up to three days or freeze in individual portions for up to three months. Variations can include substituting milk with sour cream or yogurt, swapping spinach for kale, or replacing ham with additional vegetables. Different cheeses like Gruyere or goat cheese may also be used, and olive oil may be switched to avocado oil if preferred.
Ingredients
- 8 egg beaten, large
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 shallot finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups ham cubed
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk; set aside.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a 10-inch non-stick skillet. Add shallot, garlic and baby spinach. Saute until the spinach is wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat and add ham and cheese. Stir to combine. Pour egg mixture over the top; gently stir until combined.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until center is set.
Notes
- Leftover frittata stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be frozen in portions for 3 months.
- Milk can be substituted with sour cream or yogurt for a slightly different texture.
- Spinach can be swapped with kale to vary the greens.
- Ham is optional and can be replaced with extra vegetables for a vegetarian version.
- Different cheeses such as Gruyere or goat cheese work well as substitutes for cheddar.
- Olive oil may be substituted with avocado oil when sautéing.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 181 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0g | |
| Calories | 181kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 250mg | 83% |
| Sodium | 650mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 177mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1366IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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