Pasta Frittata with Fixins
Sometimes referred to as spaghetti cake, this simple pasta-fortified frittata is a wonderful way to put great use to leftover noodles of any sort. Or, you can make a fresh batch of pasta for the occasion – we do that all the time. This makes a fun brunch spread, piled to high heaven with any toppings you see fit.Â
Ingredients
4 to 5 cups cooked pasta, long-shaped noodles are preferred here
6 eggs, beaten
1 cup shredded cheddar
Salt and pepper, as needed
¼ olive oil, plus extra as neededÂ
Desired toppings: such as sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, prosciutto, and scallions
Instructions
Put the pasta in a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs, shredded cheddar, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss until everything is well mixed.Â
Add the oil into a large oven-proof skillet set over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the pasta mixture. Cook, pressing down on the contents of the pan, until the bottom is set (it will begin to pull away from the sides of the pan); about 8 to 10 minutes.Â
Meanwhile, preheat your broiler and adjust your rack to the middle position.
Using a large plate or baking sheet (place it over the pan), flip out the frittata, add a bit more oil to the skillet, and the put the frittata back, this time with the uncooked side down. Place the skillet in the oven and broil until the top is golden brown; just a few minutes is all it should take.Â
Serve warm, in slices, with desired toppings.