Pasta Frittata

Name: Pasta Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 12 ounces sliced deli ham, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 6 eggs; 3 egg whites; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; Dash cayenne pepper; 2 cups cooked angel hair pasta

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min. YIELD: 6 servings.

This well-seasoned frittata, starring ham, eggs, cheese and pasta, is always popular on a buffet. It bakes up a lovely golden brown and slices like a dream. Folks can bring their appetites when this dish is served and walk away satisfied! — Penny McBride Decatur, Illinois

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
12 ounces sliced deli ham, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 eggs
3 egg whites
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
2 cups cooked angel hair pasta

Directions

1. In an ovenproof skillet, saute onion in oil. Add ham and garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Remove and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and egg whites. Add cheese, parsley and seasonings. Add the ham mixture and pasta.
2. Coat the same skillet with cooking spray if necessary. Add pasta mixture. Cover and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes. Uncover. Bake at 400° for 13 minutes or until set. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

1 slice: 301 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 251mg cholesterol, 1107mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.

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