Pasta Frittata
Leftover cooked spaghetti mixed with eggs, parmesan and parsley, set in a frying pan and finished under the grill.
Photograph credit: pasta frittata by illustir · CC BY 2.0 · Flickr
Pasta Frittata, Step by Step
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Beat the eggs with the parmesan, parsley, pepper and salt. Stir in the spaghetti until every strand is coated.
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Heat the oil in a 24 cm ovenproof frying pan over a medium-low heat. Pour in the mix and press it down firmly.
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Cook for 8 minutes until the base is deep golden and the edges pull away.
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Slide the pan under a hot grill for 3 minutes until the top is set and golden. Cut into wedges.
Small Things That Help
- Use cold, leftover pasta.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan.
- Use an ovenproof pan with a metal handle.
- Let the frittata rest for 2 minutes before cutting.
Serving Suggestions
- Green salad
- Tomato salad
- Crusty bread
- Olives
Storing & Reheating Pasta Frittata
Keeps in the fridge for 2 days. Serve cold or reheat in a low oven.
Pasta Frittata Nutrition
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