Zucchini and Leek Frittata - Oven Baked

A frittata is nothing more than an Italian omelette that can be prepared with or without additional ingredients, such as meats, cheeses, and vegetables. The initial preparation of a frittata is similar to that of a traditional French omelette being prepared in a skillet. However, whereas an omelette is cooked to completion on a stovetop and served folded, a frittata is first partially cooked on a stovetop but then broiled to finish, and served open-faced.

A frittata is so versatile, you can basically use whatever ingredients are in season for the filling with great results. The basic preparation for a frittata is to cook the frittata in the skillet until the eggs are set. Then the cheese is sprinkled on top and the frittata is placed under the broiler until the cheese is all bubbly and browned.

A frittata can be served at room temperature or cold making it a very flexible main course for a lazy weekend brunch or as a "breakfast for dinner" meal. While most frittatas are made in a large skillet and cut into slices like pizza, don't over look the opportunity to bake your frittata in small tartlette pans for individual servings.

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs
• 6 basil leaves
• 3 medium zucchini
• 1 leek
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Process:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
   
   
2. Wash and trim leek -slice in rounds
   
   
3. Wash zucchini and chop in small pieces
   
   
4. Heat the olive oil in large skillet on medium heat until hot and add the zucchini and leek
   
   
5. Cook until vegetables for one or two minutes (the zucchini will still have a crunch to it)
   
   
6. In the meantime, whisk the eggs with the Parmesan cheese and mozzarella - season with salt and pepper to taste
   
   
7. Brush the pie plate with olive oil and add the zucchini mixture
   
   
8. Pour egg mixture over zucchini mixture and stir to blend
   
   
9. Scatter the basil leaves on top
   
   
10. Bake for 30 minutes or until the frittata is sent and the top is nicely browned