Stiff Egg Whites make the Fluffiest Frittata!

IMG_5832Check out this cool way to ensure the best results for a fluffy delicious frittata that is cooked through perfectly! The trick is to separate your eggs, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks and then whisk in a little less egg yolk. You cook it on the stove to set the outer edges and then finish it in the oven at a low temp of 350° to finish the process and lightly brown the top.

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The results; a perfectly cooked frittata. The key; stiff egg whites make the fluffiest frittata!

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My fresh leeks from Talley Farms were the main ingredient for my frittata. They were paired with grape tomatoes and goat cheese to complete the combination for a nicely balanced entree. 

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I served the frittata with Pecan, Cranberry & Orange Muffins that I made for my AARP Staying SharpHouse Party“. They are great brain food and very healthy as they contain cranberries, filled with high-quality antioxidants that help you maintain healthy cognitive functioning. They also included fresh orange zest and juice from my sweet and luscious Talley Farms oranges. A perfect accompaniment for my frittata!

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LEEK & GRAPE TOMATO FRITTATA

Adapted from Martha Stewart

Ingredients

  • 3 teaspoons olive oil, separated
  • 2 cups sliced leeks (white & light green parts) 
  • Coarse salt and ground pepper 
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes 
  • 6 egg whites 
  • 4 egg yolks 
  • 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in 10-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium. Add 2 cups sliced leeks; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Cover; cook 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup grape tomatoes. Cover; cook 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl.
  2. In another bowl, beat 6 egg whites with salt and pepper to stiff peaks. Whisk in 4 egg yolks.
  3. Brush skillet with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add eggs; sprinkle with vegetables and 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese, pushing slightly under surface. Cook over medium until sides are dry, 3 minutes. Transfer to oven; bake 15 to 20 minutes.

(Printable recipe can be found in my recipe index under Breakfast)

 

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