My Chef Pierre's Frittata of Three Cheeses!

A frittata is a kind of omelet that has the ingredients mixed in with the eggs, rather than being folded separately inside.  Recently for lunch, Pierre, whipped up a fabulous 3-cheese frittata that was bursting with flavor.  It was so delicious steaming right out of the oven.  But frittatas are also wonderful eaten at room temperature or even cold, the next day.  They also make terrific picnic fare.  Frittatas are fun to make because you can get really creative with your ingredients.  I hope you try Pierre’s recipe – it’s really good served with a lovely salad.

MY CHEF PIERRE'S FRITTATA OF 3 CHEESES

Serves 8 – 10

Extra virgin olive oil
1    lb. small potatoes
4    small red onions thinly sliced
2    medium leeks washed and thinly sliced
1/4    tsp. paprika, salt and freshly ground pepper
2    slices white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2    cloves garlic peeled and crushed
1    C. parsley, chopped
7    eggs, lightly beaten
1/2    C. gouda, shredded
1/2    C. swiss, shredded
1/2    C. blue cheese, crumbled

 
In a large non-stick skillet with an ovenproof handle, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.  Add the potato slices and lightly brown on one side, about 3 minutes, then toss and lightly brown the other side.  Add the onion to the skillet, toss with the potatoes, and sauté for a few more minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.  Next, add the leeks and continue to sauté for about 5 minutes more.  Season with the paprika, salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, then  transfer the mixture to a large bowl.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Return the skillet over medium heat and add 4 tablespoons of olive oil.  Add the bread cubes and the garlic and toss until the bread is lightly browned and crispy on all sides.  Add the bread, parsley, and eggs to the sautéed vegetables.  Meanwhile, heat 2 more tablespoons of olive oil in the skillet and when nice and hot, pour this egg mixture into the pan.  Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top and cook over medium heat for about 5 to 6 minutes until a thin crust forms on the bottom and sides.

Place the skillet in the oven and bake for about 10 minutes.  Check the consistency and continue baking until the eggs are just set.  Invert the omelet onto a large cutting board and slice into wedges to serve. 

Comments

[PAULINE]

Hi Martha,
I make frittata's all the time, but nothing as glorious as the one you posted. This will make a great addition when I'm looking for a light & easy supper to go along with a nice salad...
Pauline

[Bridget]

The Frittata looks fantastic...I am going to try it for my Christmas brunch and cookie exchange. I also love the step by step pictures...it really helps to see the process. Thanks Martha!

[Jennifer in Kentucky]

This looks wonderful! I'm going to try it on Sunday a.m.

Thanks Martha!

[Trish]

Hi Martha,
I am so happy that Pierre is willing to share his recipes! I like that this particular one has potatoes in it and I have never tried Gouda cheese so here's my chance. I love the pictures; so realistic and inviting. Yum!

My prayers go out to you and your family everyday.
Trish

[Alcea Alba]

Yum! Sounds like a recipe I'd like to try this evening. One of my favorite frittata recipes to make is a caramelized onion, goat cheese and sage frittata with a reduced balsamic glaze. The sweetness of the onions and the glaze, the tangy flavor of the cheese and earthiness of the sage produces are remarkable and tasty frittata.

[Claudine]

That looks wonderful.... I may need to make that this weekend. I am making the Sweet Potato Spoon Bread tonight, can't wait!
Claudine

[Carolyn]

YUM!

[Lisa]

This looks oh, so delicious. Great pictures too.

[Jacqueline]

Dear Martha,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your dear, sweet mom. I am shocked to hear the news. She amazed me with her good health and zest for life. I admired her hard working, self-sacrificing way of keeping the house and raising her family. She inspired me to be the best I could be for my family. I loved watching the two of you work together in the kitchen. I could see how much you were dedicated to each other.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Again, my deepest sympathies, Martha.
Love,
Jacqueline Keegan
Westchester NY

[Catie Cahill]

Dear Martha,
I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Our mothers are always the closest to our souls, they really know our innermost thoughts and feelings without our even telling them, they just know. Tommorow is my MaMere's birthday, though she passed when I was just 16 and now I'm 43, I still miss and think of her every day. One thing I can share with you, and I hope it helps with your pain, is this: Every day that I think of her I am so thankfull that SHE is a part of me, from looking at my hands after getting out of the shower today and thinking: Wow! Mom's hand's (irish washer woman she always called them). Just know this, your Mother is always within you...you are her... evolving but every thing we are we can only thank our parents for and know that we live to grow. My father is also gone (at my age of 26) I am thankful that I got the best of both of them!
Thanks for listening, you're in my prayers tonight.
Catie
P.S Was going to ask you about Thanksgiving meals for singles...
Ma Mere never taught me how to cook for one! _

[Lois A. Bross]

Dear Martha,

I am saddened to learn of the passing of your mom. Seeing the two of you together in your wonderful life together in New York has become, as it were, de regieur. Can hardly believe that relationship is no more! But there will always be wonderful memories of her for you, Martha, and I think it must be consoling for you to realize that you gave so very much to her as you cared for her in her later years. And, having been through all of that with both of my parents, I realize that not all of it was easy - probably for either of you! You are (were) both, after all, strong, independent women, creative and unbowed by lives which certainly had their good and bad moments. You and your daughter will both be in my prayers. It is not easy to adjust to this new reality for either one of you, but your mother would expect you both to square your chins and be strong, and I'm sure that is exactly what you will do.
God's blessings on you both.

Lois A. Bross

[Jane]

I'm so sorry to hear that you have lost your Mother. Relish the happiness and smiles she brought to all of us every time she appeared with you on your show. How I wished I could share a moment in the kitchen with my Mother. Her delicious personality was a treat.

[Michael Schweitzer]

Dear Martha,
I was so sad to hear of your mothers passing. Please know you and your family are in our families thoughts and prayers. We loved getting to know your mother through the many years she appeared on your show and in your magazine. She taught us how to make perogis and stollen among other things. We will miss her wonderful smile, her sense of humor and sharp wit. Thanks for the wonderful years you shared "Big Martha" with us all. It was our priviledge.

Mike Schweitzer and family
Cold Spring, KY

[Dianne Gavula]

Dear Martha,

Seeing your posting this morning fills me with deep saddness. Your mother was an inspiration to us all on how to live a long, productive, and full life. We will all feel the loss and our prayers go out to you and your family. At the same time, I hope you will be celebrating her life and spirit, and know that she will always be with us in love and memory. Millions of hearts go out to you all. D. Gavula

[Mary Ann Perkins]

Dear Martha,
I have just learned of your mom's passing and my heartfelt sympathy is with you!
We can never replace a mother as they will always be forever in our hearts!
I lost mine not too long ago and she used to tell me how she missed her mom even after 40 years and spoke about her as if she passed last week!
May you have the strength to get through this sad and difficult time and know that your mom is now at peace!!

[Margie]

Thank you for posting this in such a nice layout. We needed this as we stayed in touch with Martha's blog and the health of her wonderful mother.

[connie]

dear martha,
i am so very sad for your loss

[connie]

dear martha,
i am so very sad for your loss

[Ann Panzarelli]

Rest in Peace "Big Martha". Thank You for Martha and all the wonderful things from your life, from recipies to traditions, you have enriched millions.
Do zobaczenia!

[janet smith]

dear martha,
i am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother.she was a very special lady to you and to all of us.my prayers are with you and your family.heaven has just received one of the greatest cooks ever.
with deepest sympathy,
janet smith
raymond, ms

[Seana Nightingale]

Dear Martha, my thoughts are with you and prayers that Big Martha is up in Heaven, teaching the angels to make her fabulous dishes that she obviously loved demonstrating on your show. I will miss seeing her there and the holidays will not be the same without her. It doesn't matter how much you have or don't have; we only get one mother, and we're never ready to lose them. I'm glad you were blessed to be able to be close to yours and enjoy her company for so many years! May she rest in peace and keep you warm with happy memories for the rest of your days.

[Mary L. Bujlygo]

Dear Martha: My deepest condolences in the passing of your mother. I know that you and your family will have wonderful memories of her to share with one another during this holdiay season. I will miss seeing her on your show and I know she is very proud of you!!!! Good bye BIG MARTHA, we love you!

Love from Bakersfield, CA
Mary Bulygo

[Pam P.]

Dear Martha,

I was very sad to read about your mothers death. She was a very special lady and I admire her very much. Her cooking reminded me of my polish grandmother and I copied all of your mom's recipes. Thank you for sharing her with us.

sincerely,

Pam P.
Shelby Townhship, MI

[Kathy Hester]

How special that we were able to share your Mom. She was a delight and will be missed by all.

[Linda Roberto]

Dear Martha,

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the passing of your wonderful Mom. I have loved seeing the two of you together over the years and have felt so close to that relationship. I have the same with my dear mother who is 85 and it just filled me with joy to see both of you working and laughing together.

God Bless Big Martha! She will be sorely missed but will be remembered fondly forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Love,
Linda