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Chèvre-Ricotta Cheeses Frittata

Vegetarian Times Issue: March 1, 2003   p.19

Dress up this brunch dish with sprinkles of freshly ground black pepper, and pair it with accompaniments such as sliced papaya and spiced tomato juice.

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425F. Spray 9-inch round baking pan or pie plate with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with cornmeal.
  2. In mixing bowl, beat eggs until light and foamy. Stir in ricotta, cornstarch, chèvre cheese and half of sliced scallions. Season mixture with cayenne, salt and pepper. Pour into prepared pan.
  3. Bake about 15 minutes at 425F. Increase temperature to 450F, and bake 8 to 10 minutes more, or until just set and slightly golden. Remove from oven, sprinkle with remaining scallions and parsley and serve.

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ingredient list

Serves 4

  • 1/3 cup fine cornmeal
  • 3 extra-large eggs
  • 1 lb. low-fat ricotta cheese
  • 3 Tbs. cornstarch
  • 4 oz. crumbled chèvre cheese
  • 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne, or to taste
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 Tbs. minced parsley for garnish

Nutritional Information

Per serving:

Calories 390
Protein 22g
Total fat 24g
Carbs 22g
Cholesterol 275mg
Sodium 810mg
Fiber 1g
Sugars 5g
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