Zesty Italian Sausage Frittata
Wake up your taste buds with this Zesty Italian Sausage Frittata, a hearty and flavor-packed breakfast or brunch dish that’s perfect for sharing! This easy-to-make frittata combines savory Italian sausage, sautéed onions and red bell peppers, and nutrient-rich spinach, all bound together with a luscious mixture of eggs, milk, and Parmesan cheese. Fresh basil and a hint of garlic infuse the dish with bold, aromatic flavors, while optional crushed red pepper flakes add a spicy kick. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, this frittata is an excellent choice for busy mornings or elegant weekend gatherings. Serve warm with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete, satisfying meal that’s both delicious and packed with protein.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Italian sausage (casing removed)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion (finely diced)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 cups Spinach leaves
- 8 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon into crumbles, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, salt, black pepper, and (if using) crushed red pepper flakes until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and vegetables in the skillet. Gently stir to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Allow the frittata to cook on the stovetop over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, just until the edges begin to set.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the frittata is puffed up and the center is set.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the frittata cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.8 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.4 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1742 mg | 581% | |
| Sodium | 4922 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 127.7 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.9 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1569 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2252 mg | 48% | |
*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.
