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Crispy-Edge Caprese Frittata

Eight eggs with fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil, finished under the broiler in 18 minutes. One skillet, zero fuss.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
18g
Crispy-Edge Caprese Frittata
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat broiler to high. Crack eggs into a bowl, whisk with salt and pepper until no streaks remain.

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in eggs, scatter mozzarella and tomato across the surface, and let cook undisturbed for 5 minutes until edges set.

  4. Step 4

    Slide skillet under the broiler for 3–4 minutes until the top puffs and edges turn golden brown.

  5. Step 5

    Pull from broiler, scatter fresh basil across the top, and let rest 2 minutes before sliding onto a plate.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch oven-safe skillet (cast iron or stainless preferred)
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

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