Green Chile Frittata

This rich recipe is great for either a brunch or breakfast. You can make this a day ahead if you want to serve it for an early morning breakfast. Just reheat in the microwave. You may use any combination of cheese in this recipe, even non-fat.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 55 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 225 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch salt
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 (16 ounce) container low-fat cottage cheese
• 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, drained
• 10 eggs, beaten

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the green chile peppers, cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, and melted butter. Pour into the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), and continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes. Cool slightly, and cut into small squares.