Description
This Oven Baked Potato Frittata is a hearty and flavorful breakfast or brunch dish featuring crispy Yukon Gold potatoes, fresh cherry tomatoes, vibrant spinach, and sharp cheddar cheese all baked together to perfection in a cast iron skillet. It combines the rustic texture of pan-cooked potatoes with the light fluffiness of baked eggs, making a satisfying meal that can serve six people.
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 7 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt, to taste
Vegetables and Cheese
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cups spinach
- 1/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking Fats
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature while you prepare the frittata.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the 7 large eggs and 1/4 cup milk. Season lightly with salt and set aside for later.
- Cook the potatoes: Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Once melted and hot, add the diced Yukon Gold potatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Add tomatoes and spinach: Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 1 minute. Then add the spinach, stirring for another minute until it wilts down nicely.
- Add egg mixture and cheese: Pour the whisked eggs over the cooked vegetables in the skillet, ensuring even distribution. Sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake the frittata: Transfer the cast iron skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Serve: Remove from oven carefully and serve immediately while warm for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and a nice crispy base.
- You can substitute Yukon Gold potatoes with red potatoes or fingerlings for variation.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cheese and use a plant-based milk alternative.
- If you prefer a fluffier texture, separate the eggs and beat the whites before folding them back into the yolks.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American