This frittata with cottage cheese and green chiles is great for either brunch or breakfast. If you want to serve it for an early morning breakfast, make it a day ahead and reheat each portion in the microwave.
Ingredients
- 10 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 (16 ounce) container low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, drained
- ¼ cup melted butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Mix eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Stir in cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, chile peppers, and melted butter. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
Step 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), and continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes.
Step 4
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before cutting and serving.
Tips
You can use any combination of regular or low-fat cheeses in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
Calories 225 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat14g | 18% |
Saturated Fat7g | 37% |
Cholesterol214mg | 71% |
Sodium621mg | 27% |
Total Carbohydrate8g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein16g | |
Vitamin C13mg | 67% |
Calcium163mg | 13% |
Iron2mg | 8% |
Potassium166mg | 4% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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