Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 cup

zucchini

grated

3 tbsp

flour

1 unit

onion

chopped fine

1 unit

mushrooms

sliced

2 tbsp

fresh basil or rosemary

1.5 tsp

garlic salt

7 unit

eggs

0.5 cup

sour cream or yogurt

4 oz

cheddar cheese

grated

0.25 cup

parmesan cheese

grated

0.25 cup

seasoned bread crumbs

2 tbsp

extra parmesan

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Grate zucchini.

Step 3
~4 min

Finely chop onion.

Step 4
~4 min

Slice mushrooms.

Step 5
~4 min

Sauté mushrooms and onion in a pan until softened.

Step 6
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine grated zucchini, sautéed mushrooms and onion, flour, garlic salt, and fresh basil or rosemary.

Step 7
~4 min

In a separate bowl, lightly beat eggs.

Step 8
~4 min

Add sour cream or yogurt to the beaten eggs and mix well.

Step 9
~4 min

Pour the egg and sour cream mixture into the zucchini mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Add grated Cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese to the zucchini mixture.

Step 11
~4 min

Mix all ingredients until well combined.

Step 12
~4 min

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~4 min

In a small bowl, mix bread crumbs with extra Parmesan cheese.

Step 14
~4 min

Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture evenly over the top of the frittata.

Step 15
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the frittata is set and golden brown.

Step 16
~4 min

Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.

Use different types of cheese for varied flavor profiles.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Pair with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Side salad with vinaigrette
Crusty bread
Roasted tomatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Common dish in Italian cuisine, often made with seasonal vegetables.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Sunday brunch

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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