Since last week ended up being pumpkin week, I thought it would be fun to give a nod to another fall classic this week – the apple. I enjoy an apple for lunch nearly every day and love using them in new recipes. This Apple Cheddar Frittata was new to us and will definitely be making a recurring appearance. The sweetness of the apple pairs beautifully with the sharp cheddar and the red onion balances nicely with the two.
Mike told me this is the best frittata I have made yet, though I’m noticing a trend. He seems to say ‘this is the best yet’ with everything I make. Hmm… 🙂
Apple Cheddar Frittata
Yields 4 servings
1 medium red onion, sliced
Cooking spray
8 eggs, plus 2 egg whites
1 cup (4 ounces) white cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon light butter
salt and pepper, to taste
1 large (or 2 small) Gala apples, thinly sliced (peeling is optional)
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees with oven rack set to the top third.
- In a medium nonstick ovensafe pan sprayed with cooking spray, cook red onions over medium heat until softened (about 7 minutes). Put the onions in a separate bowl and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, 1/2 cup cheese, salt and pepper. Stir in onions.
- In the same pan used for the onions, heat butter over medium. Add egg mixture, and after 1 to 2 minutes once the eggs have set, arrange the apples on top in a circular pattern, starting from the outside edge. Sprinkle with remaining.
- Transfer skillet to oven. Bake until frittata is set in the center, about 20 minutes. Using a rubber spatula, release frittata from pan and transfer to a cutting board. Let sit for 5 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve.
Adapted from Martha Stewart
This looks really great!
Great picture-this looks really yummy!
This looks absolutely amazing Alida! I can’t wait to make it, a perfect fall dish. Thanks for a great recipe!
I can imagine the wonderful flavor of that frittata. What a good idea for a brunch dish with friends. It’s sure to impress.
Apple Cheddar is an excellent combination! The frittata looks absolutely divine!
This looks fabulous! I love the combination the apples and the cheese. What a great idea. Definitely going to try this!
This looks delicious! I enjoy having apples and cheddar together. What a great breakfast/lunch/dinner meal!
Oh, this looks fabulous!!! I love all things apple 🙂
I never would have thought to use apples in a frittata, but it sounds amazing!
That. Is. Gorgeous! I’m swooning over how good it looks.
Brilliant flavor combo, Alida! I love this idea.
What a FANTASTIC flavor combination! I love apples and cheese together…this is brilliant!
Lovely combo of apples and cheese and both are one of those I enjoy a lot, what a wonderful delicious outcome.
I am going to have this for dinner tonight..thank you very much!
Alida:
This is my first time on your post and I like what I see.
This frittata looks so awesome that I think I will make it for supper.
Thank you so much for sharing.
I looove frittata, but I’ve never had one with apples. It looks and sounds absolutely scrumptious, what a great recipe!
Congrats on Top 9!
How did I not see this sooner? I’m SOOO bookmarking this. YUM!! Congrats top 9 companion!!
What a gorgeous frittata! Love the combination of apple and eggs. Great recipe. Congrats on the Top 9!