Cheese, red bell pepper and spicy, garlic potatoes make a tasty, vegetarian, quick dinner. The secret to a fluffy frittata is to let it cook slowly. The top is finished in the broiler.
Chipotle chili powder is used in the recipe. Chipotle peppers are a red jalapeno chili that is ripened, dried and smoked. Powdered chipotle can be found in the spice section of the market. It gives a smoky flavor to the frittata.
The frittata freezes well. You can double the recipe and freeze it for another meal.
Helpful Hints:
_ Any type of cheese can be used.
_ Chili powder can be used instead of chipotle powder.
_ Use a skillet with a handle that can also go under a broiler.
_ You can add any type of vegetables you like and use this recipe as a blueprint for amounts and cooking times.
Countdown:
_ Start potatoes in microwave.
_ Saute vegetables.
_ Mix egg and cheese and add to skillet to finish frittata.
Shopping List:
To buy: } pound red or yellow potatoes, 1 small bottle chipotle chili powder, 1 red bell pepper, 1 package reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 small piece Parmesan cheese, 1 head any type of lettuce and 1 large tomato.
Staples: olive oil, onion, eggs, reduced-fat oil and vinegar dressing, salt and black peppercorns.
