Potato Basil Frittata Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten
Start your day with a warm and savory delight: Ina Garten's Potato Basil Frittata. This Barefoot Contessa classic combines tender Yukon Gold potatoes, sweet caramelized onions, and a creamy blend of Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses, all enveloped in a rich egg mixture laced with fresh basil for a pop of herbaceous brightness. Cooked to golden perfection in the oven, this hearty frittata offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for brunch, a light lunch, or even a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile dish that’s as elegant as it is simple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, diced
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 8 Large eggs
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a 10-inch ovenproof sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and translucent.
Add the diced potatoes to the pan. Lower the heat slightly and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender but still hold their shape. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Stir in the chopped basil, Gruyère cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potatoes and onions in the sauté pan. Stir gently to distribute the potatoes evenly.
Cook over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes, until the edges start to set.
Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the center is just set and the top is lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the frittata cool for a few minutes before slicing into wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2051 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.2 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.6 g | 303% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1692 mg | 564% | |
| Sodium | 2788 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 99.3 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 1593 mg | 123% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2898 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
