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Baked mini frittatas with spaghetti

17/11/2023

Baked mini frittatas with spaghetti are a light and tasty variant of the classic fried pasta frittata. Here’s how to prepare them:

Ingredients

  • 250 g of spaghetti
  • 4 large eggs
  • 100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 100 g of sweet provolone or mozzarella, cut into cubes
  • 100 g of cooked ham, cut into cubes (optional)
  • Chopped parsley to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil for greasing
  • Breadcrumbs for sprinkling over the frittatas (optional)

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (356 °F) and lightly grease muffin tins or small ramekins with some extra virgin olive oil.
  2. Cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water following the package instructions, but drain them al dente. Rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and let it drain well.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and add the grated Parmesan, cubed provolone or mozzarella, cooked ham if you decide to use it, a pinch of salt (be careful, the Parmesan and ham are already salty), pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well to combine the ingredients.
  4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the egg and cheese mixture and mix gently.
  5. Fill each muffin tin space with the spaghetti mixture, pressing down lightly so it’s compact.
  6. If you wish, sprinkle the surface of each frittata with some breadcrumbs to add crispiness.
  7. Bake the frittatas in the oven and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
  8. Let the frittatas rest for a few minutes before gently removing them with the help of a spatula.

The baked mini frittatas with spaghetti can be served both hot and cold, are excellent as an appetizer or as a light second course accompanied by a fresh green salad.

Curiosity

This recipe is a great way to reuse leftover pasta, typical of Italian culinary art of recycling. Also, baking is a healthier alternative to frying while maintaining a high taste. It’s possible to personalize the frittatas with other types of cheeses or add chopped vegetables for a more colorful and nutritious version.

Baked mini frittatas with spaghetti