Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.
Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Check for modified food starch, hydrolyzed vegetable protein or flour in Creole/Cajun seasoning; check for modified food starch in shredded cheddar cheese.
"I have met a lot of hardboiled eggs in my time, but you're twenty minutes."
-Oscar Wilde, Poet
Frittatas make an easy and elegant alternative to the ordinary breakfast and they only take a few minutes to make. You don't have to use the oven (if it's summer and you don't want to heat up the kitchen, for instance). Simply reduce the heat on the range to very low and put a cover over the pan. You'll want to remove the lid about every 3 - 4 minutes or so to let the steam escape.
When choosing Creole seasoning make sure to choose not only one labeled “no salt added” but also check to see that salt substitute is not an ingredient. Often potassium chloride is used and will give a salty metallic taste to your dishes.
I have used three excellent brands including Paul Pruddhome, McCormick and Spice Hunter. They are sodium and potassium free -- just spice.
Servings: 2 | Serving size: 1/2 pie
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2 but requires a larger skillet. Leftovers are good. Wrap tightly after cooled and refrigerate. I like to make sandwiches from left over frittata.
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Place a small non-stick sauté pan over medium-high heat and spray lightly with olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook slowly until translucent and soft. It is fine if the onions brown and caramelize.
Whisk the eggs, egg whites, water, salt, pepper and Creole seasoning in a bowl until frothy.
Add the egg mixture to the onions and stir well. Reduce the heat to medium. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
Spread the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the onions and place the pan in the oven.
Cook for about 12 minutes until the frittata is puffed and slightly firm to the touch.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/2 pie
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162 | Calories from Fat 69 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 8g | 12% |
Saturated Fat 3g | 15% |
Monounsaturated Fat 3g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 243mg | 81% |
Sodium 456mg | 19% |
Total Carbohydrates 5g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
Sugars 3g | |
Protein 18g |
Vitamin A 12% | Vitamin C 6% |
Calcium 16% | Iron 8% |
Vitamin K 2 mcg | Potassium 220 mg |
Magnesium 20 mg |