This delicious sausage and broccoli rabe frittata is the perfect meal for any time of day. A frittata is a type of Italian egg-based dish similar to an omelet that is packed with flavor. This particular frittata combines savory Italian sausage with the slightly bitter, yet flavorful, broccoli rabe. The eggs are fluffy and light, and provide a perfect backdrop for the rich sausage and the tangy broccoli rabe. Mixed with cheddar cheese, this frittata is sure to please. Whether served with a side of toast for breakfast, or a salad for dinner, this sausage and broccoli rabe frittata will become a favorite meal.
Ingredients
12 large eggs
4 oz milk
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 small onion, sliced very thin
1/2 lb hot or sweet Italian sausage
1 bunch broccoli rabe, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
Method
In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, and 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, whisk well, salt and pepper to taste, and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook sausage and onion, about 6-8 minutes.
Turn on your oven’s broiler.
Add broccoli rabe to skillet and saute until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and add egg mixture to the skillet.
Cook until edges are set, about 10 minutes.
Top with remaining cheddar cheese and set under the broiler until top is slightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.
Slice and serve.
