Veggie-Packed Gluten-Free Frittata

 Ingredients:

Base:

8 large eggs

1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk)

1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (or your preferred dairy-free alternative)

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Veggie Filling (choose your favourites):

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any colour combination)
• 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup crumbled cooked sausage (optional)
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
• Optional Additions
• 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, parsley, chives)
• Cooked chopped broccoli or asparagus

Instruments:

• Large bowl
• Whisk
• Large oven-safe skillet (cast iron preferred)
• Rubber spatula
• Stovetop
• Oven

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Whisk the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, Parmesan cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3. Sauté the Veggies: Heat the olive oil in your oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Add the bell peppers and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until slightly tender-crisp.
4. Incorporate Greens and Tomatoes: Stir in the spinach or kale and cook until wilted. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another minute, just to soften them slightly.
5. Pour in the Egg Mixture: Pour the whisked egg mixture over the vegetables in the skillet. If using cooked sausage or feta cheese, sprinkle them evenly over the top.
6. Bake the Frittata: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the centre is no longer jiggly.
7. Optional Broil: For a golden brown top, you can broil the frittata on high for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning.
8. Cool and Serve: Let the frittata cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with additional fresh herbs (optional).

Tips:

• Use a variety of colourful vegetables for added flavour and visual appeal.
• Precook any vegetables that take longer to soften, such as broccoli or asparagus.
• Don't overcook the eggs! The residual heat from the pan will continue to cook them slightly after you take it out of the oven.
• Feeling adventurous? Add other ingredients like cooked diced ham, crumbled cooked bacon, or chopped cooked mushrooms.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.

Nutritional Information (per serving - without sausage or feta):

This information will vary depending on the specific ingredients you use, but here's a general estimate:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Sugar: 4g
• Protein: 18g
• Sodium: 180mg (depending on sodium content of cheese and milk)

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious Gluten-Free Frittata!