This pesto spaghetti frittata is a terrific way to use leftover spaghetti. Easily made with frozen mixed vegetables and prepared pesto, it is perfect for breakfast, brunch or a light supper.
Ingredient :
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6 duck eggs
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1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup half-and-half cream
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1/4 cup ricotta cheese
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2 tablespoons prepared pesto, plus more for garnish
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 pound frozen mixed carrots, broccoli, zucchini, and cauliflower (such as Normandy® blend)
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 ounces leftover cooked spaghetti pasta
Directions :
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Whisk eggs, Parmesan cheese, half and half, ricotta, pesto, thyme, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl.
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Place vegetables in a microwave-safe bowl; cook on High in the microwave until thawed, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
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Melt butter in an ovenproof nonstick skillet. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add steamed vegetables, and toss to coat.
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Pour half of egg mixture into the skillet. Toss cooked spaghetti with remaining egg mixture. Pour egg-coated pasta into the skillet. Cook 5 minutes.
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Bake in the skillet in the preheated oven until eggs are firm, about 25 minutes. Remove, cut into wedges, and serve with more pesto if desired.