Arugula and Fontina Frittata

A light and flavorful Italian-style omelet combining peppery arugula with melted Fontina cheese. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this frittata features wilted arugula and golden cubes of Fontina cheese in a fluffy egg base.

4 servings
17 min

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic
  • tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 5 oz baby arugula
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ lb Fontina
  • cheese preparation

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat broiler.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Cook garlic in oil in a 10-inch well-seasoned cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 2 minutes. Discard garlic and add arugula, then cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.

    4 min

  3. 3.

    Whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper until combined, then pour over arugula in skillet and cook, undisturbed, over moderate heat until almost set, 5 to 6 minutes. Sprinkle cheese evenly on top and broil 4 to 5 inches from heat until eggs are just set and cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.

    8 min