Mini Frittatas

It's March!  That means it's Brunch month in my Great Food Adventure.  To tell you the truth, I'm relieved.  Those macarons last month were giving me drama.

I think brunch is one of the greatest ideas ever.  I only wish I could enjoy it more!  I'm always ravenous in the morning and the bean never sleeps in, so our morning meal usually happens around 7am.  But I do love the idea of having a beautiful spread of breakfast and lunch options, lots of eggs, beautiful fruits and veggies, pastries and carbs galore!

Here's my first brunch offering for you- mini frittatas.  These are great for a brunch spread- individually sized and protein-packed.  A perfect way to start the day and a nice foil for all of the usual brunch sweets.  The preparation is simple- saute the veggies, whisk up the eggs and milk, combine and bake.  Brunch in a snap.

I am pumped about all the eggs I'll be consuming this month.  Love me some brunch!

What's your favorite brunch food?

Are there any brunch recipes you've been dying to find?

Mini Frittatas
by Oven Love, adapted from Rachael Ray

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup cooked ham or sausage, chopped
• 1-1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 16 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• Crushed red pepper, to taste 

1. Preheat the oven to 375°:. In a small skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the ham/sausage and chives. Let cool, then add the cheese and set aside.
2. Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs and milk until frothy; season with salt and pepper.
3. Spray 2-3 muffin tins (depending on the size) with cooking spray.  Divide the meat and veggie mixture evenly among the muffin tins and sprinkle each with a pinch crushed red pepper. Ladle the egg mixture to about ½ inch from the top of the tin. Bake until puffy and golden, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
   
   
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