Italian Holiday Frittata

Celebrate the flavors of Italy with this hearty and colorful Italian Holiday Frittata! Bursting with vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper, zucchini, and spinach, and enriched with savory Italian sausage, this oven-baked frittata is the perfect centerpiece for a festive breakfast or brunch. Whisked with creamy whole milk, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic garlic, the fluffy eggs are delicately seasoned with a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for optional warmth. This easy-to-make recipe is prepared in a single ovenproof skillet, offering a quick and elegant dish that's ready in just 35 minutes. Garnished with fresh basil, each slice delivers a harmonious blend of textures and authentic Italian flavors, perfect for serving a crowd during holiday gatherings or cozy weekend mornings alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 large eggs
• 0.25 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 1 small (diced) red bell pepper
• 1 small (thinly sliced into half moons) zucchini
• 0.5 pounds (fully cooked and crumbled) Italian sausage
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups (chopped) fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup (loosely packed) fresh spinach
• 0.75 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons (optional) crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat a 10- or 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Then stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced red bell pepper and sliced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender.

Step 6

Stir in the crumbled, fully cooked Italian sausage and the fresh spinach. Cook just until the spinach wilts down, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the vegetables and sausage in the skillet. Use a spatula to gently stir and spread the mixture so all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Cook on the stovetop over medium heat for about 3 minutes, or until the edges of the frittata start to set.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the frittata is fully set and slightly golden on top.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the frittata cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh basil and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

Step 11

Slice into wedges and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious Italian Holiday Frittata!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1161.6 grams (1161.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1893

Total Fat 140.30g	180%
Saturated Fat 47.00g	235%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.10g
Cholesterol 1717mg	572%
Sodium 6237mg	271%
Total Carbohydrate 41.80g	15%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 26.40g
Protein 114.60g	229%

Vitamin D 446IU	2228%
Calcium 869mg	67%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2101mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.9%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 8.9%