Squash & Pecorino Frittata Recipe

Name: Squash & Pecorino Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Grated Zucchini (2 Medium); 6 whole Eggs; 2 Tablespoons Heavy Cream; ⅓ cups Grated Pecorino Cheese; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Chopped Fresh Thyme; 1/4 cups Chopped Parsley, Plus More For Garnish; 3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil; ⅛ teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes; 1/4 cups Thinly Sliced Green Onion; 1 clove Garlic, Finely Minced

Servings: persons

2 cups Grated Zucchini (2 Medium)
6 whole Eggs
2 Tablespoons Heavy Cream
⅓ cups Grated Pecorino Cheese
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoons Pepper
1- 1/2 teaspoon Chopped Fresh Thyme
1/4 cups Chopped Parsley, Plus More For Garnish
3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
⅛ teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
1/4 cups Thinly Sliced Green Onion
1 clove Garlic, Finely Minced

1
Grate zucchini on the large holes of a box grater and drain on paper towels for about 10 minutes.
2
In a large bowl, mix eggs, cream, cheese, salt and pepper.
3
Add grated zucchini, thyme and parsley; set aside.
4
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
5
Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
6
Melt butter, olive oil and crushed red pepper.
7
Add green onions and garlic; saute just until onions begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
8
Add egg mixture and reduce heat to low; cook until the eggs are just firm around the edges, 3-4 minutes.
9
With a rubber spatula, lift the edges and tilt skillet to let the uncooked portion flow underneath.
10
Continue cooking until the eggs are almost set, 4-5 minutes.
11
Place pan in the oven and finish baking the frittata until set, 7-10 minutes.
12
Remove from the oven and slide frittata onto a cutting board.
13
Let cool and serve.
14
For appetizers, cut into 1-inch pieces, garnish with parsley and serve at room temperature.
15
Smith Bites note: If I serve this immediately, I add just a smidge of sour cream to the topdivine!

445

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Grated Zucchini (2 Medium), 6 whole Eggs, 2 Tablespoons Heavy Cream, ⅓ cups Grated Pecorino Cheese, and more.

Yes, Squash & Pecorino Frittata falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Squash & Pecorino Frittata

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