(Family Features) As kids and parents return to busy schedules full of sports, homework, and weeknight activities, building a plan for nutritious and easy meals can be challenging. Piecing together a menu that fuels active minds without spending hours in the kitchen is a common goal for many families.
These recipes require minimal prep and call for on-hand ingredients like dairy food favorites that provide nutrients people of all ages need to grow and maintain strong bodies and minds.
Whether you enjoy it together in the morning before getting the day started or mix it up with breakfast for dinner, this Sustainable Frittata is called “sustainable” because you can use leftover cheeses, veggies, ham, sausage, and more to recycle ingredients you already have on hand.
Visit milkmeansmore.org to find more recipes perfect for bringing loved ones together.
Sustainable Frittata
Recipe courtesy of Jenn Fillenworth of “Jenny With the Good Eats” on behalf of Milk Means More
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8
12 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup whole milk, half and half or heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded cheese, any variety
3 cups assorted cooked vegetables and pre-cooked meats
fresh herbs, for garnish (optional)
Preheat oven to 450 F.
Preheat cast-iron pan or oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
In a large bowl, mix eggs, milk, and salt then add shredded cheese.
Add cooked vegetables and meats to the pan to reheat. Once vegetables have softened, add egg mixture to pan and scramble. Let sit over medium heat for 1 minute.
Carefully transfer to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes. Frittata is done when eggs have set. Remove from oven and top with fresh herbs.
Source: United Dairy Industry of Michigan
