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Basic frittata

By Hannah Lewry
2
Easy
5 minutes
10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 t butter
  • 1 t olive oil
  • 4 free-range eggs
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Heat butter and olive oil in a 22 cm non-stick cast-iron pan over a medium heat.

Beat the free-range eggs, season and pour into the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the topping of your choice.

Place into the oven for a further 3–5 minutes, or until set and golden brown.

Cook's note: The frittata, so much more than just a omelette, crack the perfect base and the possibilities are endless.

Want to take the basic frittata to brilliant? Find three delicious ways here.