GARDEN FRITTATA
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This hearty egg dish is perfect for microwave cooking. You will enjoy all the fresh vegetable flavors.
GARDEN FRITTATA
2 cups cubed scrubbed red potatoes
1 tablespoon water
1 clove garlic, minced
4 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
4 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with non-stick spray. Combine potatoes, water and garlic in pie pan. Cover tightly.
2. MICROWAVE (100%) 5 to 6 minutes or until potatoes are just about tender, stirring once. Add onions, pepper and spinach; cover tightly.
3. MICROWAVE (100%) 2 to 3 minutes or until vegetabes are bright colored.
4. Meanwhile, beat together eggs, 3 tablespoons water, basil, salt and pepper. Add cheeses and egg mixture to hot vegetables; mix lightly. Cover.
5. MICROWAVE (60 to 70%) 4 to 5 minutes or until egg is just about set. Let stand a few minutes before serving, cut into wedges.
About 6 Servings
TIPS · Refrigerated hash brown potatoes can be substituted for fresh.
>Other favorite spring vegetables such as cut asparagus or garden peas can be substituted for spinach. Reduce amount to 1 cup.
>Non-fat egg substitute can be used for eggs. One cup equals 4 eggs.
>If using a silicone dish, omit non-stick spray. Oil lightly if desired.
Nutrition Info/Serving: 180 calories, 11 g protein, 19 g carbohydrate, 7 g fat, 153 mg cholesterol, 253 mg sodium, 2.3 g dietary fiber.