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Chorizo & Pepper Frittata

Ingredients
  

  • 6 oz. fresh chorizo sausage casing removed
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 12 EGGS beaten
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro OR parsley
  • 4 oz. queso fresco crumbled

Method
 

  1. COAT large nonstick skillet with ovenproof handle with cooking spray.
  2. COOK chorizo over medium heat, breaking into crumbles, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  3. POUR OFF drippings.
  4. ADD bell pepper to skillet; sauté until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. POUR IN eggs; mix lightly and sprinkle with cilantro.
  6. Gently SCRAMBLE eggs over medium heat 1 minute.
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  8. COVER and cook until eggs are almost set, 6 to 8 minutes.
  9. UNCOVER skillet; sprinkle with cheese.
  10. BROIL 6 inches from heat until eggs are completely set in center, 2 to 3 minutes.
  11. CUT into wedges and serve.

Notes

Queso fresco is a fresh crumbly Mexican cheese. A fresh goat cheese or a mild feta can be substituted.
Adapted from American Egg Board

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