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Cast Iron Broccoli Basil Mozzarella Frittata

Broccoli Basil Frittata covered in mozzarella cheese, baked in a cast iron pan. Easy brunch, lunch or dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6
Author: Angela Roberts

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch of broccoli or enough to cover skillet cut into small pieces.
  • Extra virgin olive oil or canola oil
  • 10 large eggs beaten
  • Splash of cream optional
  • 1 handful basil torn into small pieces
  • 1 cup Fresh mozzarella cheese cut into cubes or small thick slices
  • Sea salt
  • Black pepper freshly ground
  • Touch of freshly grated nutmeg

Instructions

  • Saute broccoli in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper until cooked but still firm as it will continue to cook in oven.
  • Beat eggs. Add salt, pepper splash of fresh cream and just a touch of nutmeg. The cream results in a richer texture, but is not absolutely necessary. Once broccoli is sauteed, make sure the pan has enough oil on bottom and sides so that the eggs don’t stick, approximately 2 tablespoons. My pan is very well seasoned (cured) and I probably used 1 tablespoon. Add beaten eggs.
  • Arrange mozzarella evenly, but not covered all over.
  • Bake in a 375 degree oven for 25-40 minutes or until the middle is set. Check at 25 minutes. The time will depend on size of pan, your oven, etc.
  • Once frittata is removed from oven, allow to cool for at least 10 minutes. Cut into wedges.
  • Frittata is best served at room temperature.