Best Frittata With Ricotta Salata Green Onions And Parsley Recipes

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FRITTATA WITH RICOTTA SALATA, GREEN ONIONS AND PARSLEY



Frittata with Ricotta Salata, Green Onions and Parsley image

Flat omelets known as frittatas are popular throughout mainland Italy. In Apulia, this version is made to celebrate the harvest of spring onions.

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch green onions, chopped
8 large eggs
6 ounces ricotta salata or feta cheese, cut into small cubes
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in 12-inch-diameter broilerproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add green onions and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and cool.Add eggs, cheese, parsley, milk, salt and pepper to onions and whisk until blended.
  • Preheat broiler. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add egg mixture. Tilt and swirl pan to distribute evenly. Using rubber spatula, lift up edges of cooked egg to allow uncooked portion to flow under; cook until beginning to set. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook until frittata is almost set, about 8 minutes. Transfer skillet to broiler; broil until frittata is set and top just begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Slide frittata onto plate. Cut into wedges. Serve Warm or at room temperature.

RICOTTA FRITTATA



Ricotta Frittata image

Provided by Cesare Casella

Categories     Cheese     Egg     Breakfast     Brunch     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Buffet     Parmesan     Ricotta     Shower     Party     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/2 cup sliced onions
1 teaspoon chopped, fresh marjoram
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
6 eggs
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • 2. Coat the bottom of a large ovenproof skillet with the olive oil. Add the onions, marjoram, and salt and pepper to taste and sauté over medium heat until the onions are translucent and very aromatic, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • 3. In a bowl combine the eggs, ricotta, and Parmesan and stir until smooth and homogeneous.
  • 4. Add the egg mixture to the sautéed onions and stir to incorporate the onions. Cook the frittata on the stovetop until the eggs start to set, then transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until firm.
  • 5. Turn the frittata out of the pan onto a large serving plate. Drizzle with olive oil if desired and serve immediately. Or let cool and serve at room temperature.

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