Artichoke Frittata

ARTICHOKE FRITTATA

8 servings

A frittata is an Italian egg and cheese dish baked with a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables for added for flavor. This frittata is vegetarian. It is best when served warm, but can still be good at room temperature.


Ingredients

  • 2 6 ounce jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed and chopped. (reserve the oil from one jar)

  • 1/2 cup onion, diced

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 4 eggs

  • 1/4 cup fine bread crumbs

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/8 tsp pepper

  • 1/8 tsp oregano

  • 1/8 tsp chili powder

  • 2 Tbsp parsley, minced

  • 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees and lightly grease a 7 x 11 inch glass baking dish.

  2. Heat oil from artichoke marinade in medium skillet.

  3. Add the onions and saute over med-low heat until soft and translucent.

  4. Add the garlic and continue cooking until garlic is soft but not brown.

  5. In a large bowl, beat the eggs.

  6. Stir in the breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, oregano, chili powder and parsley.

  7. Stir in the cheese.

  8. Add artichokes and onion/garlic mixture.

  9. Pour into prepared baking dish.

  10. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes

  11. Cool in pan and cut into bite-sized pieces.