Cheerful Omelettes

Name: Cheerful Omelettes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 0
Ingredients: Eggs 6; Grana Padano PDO cheese 1.8 oz; Whole milk 3 ½ tbsp; Frozen peas 0.67 cup; Carrots 1 cup; Prosciutto cotto 2.8 oz; Parsley to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Shallot 1

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308

Calories per serving

Gluten Free

Energy Kcal 308
Carbohydrates g 5.3
of which sugars g 4.3
Protein g 23.1
Fats g 21.7
of which saturated fat g 7.88
Fiber g 3.5
Cholesterol mg 354
Sodium mg 728

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Makes: persone
Cost: Very low

PRESENTATION

Frittatas are, honestly, a beloved dish all over Italy. And these cheerful mini versions—known as "frittatine allegre"—really show off the playful side of Italian home cooking. Picture this: a bunch of little golden egg bites filled with bright veggies like carrots and peas. Also, there are tender pieces of cooked ham (prosciutto cotto). This frittata recipe stands out, for sure, especially for families wanting something light and colorful. Instead of frying, the whole thing goes in the oven. Pretty simple, right? The result is a vegetable frittata that’s both moist and slightly tender, with less mess and oil. Honestly, people across Italy enjoy these for a quick lunch, a healthy snack, or even a picnic treat. And kids? They love how the colors make the dish look almost playful. Plus, with the freedom to use different shapes or swap in your favorite veggies, it’s a real crowd-pleaser. Never gets boring, honestly.

Italian families love mixing up the ingredients, creating new twists, and you know, there’s no strict rulebook for this easy frittata. Some toss in extra peas or swap carrots for bits of zucchini, while others use small muffin pans for bite-sized treats. The classic combo—eggs, ham, peas, and carrots—keeps things both crispy at the edges and soft in the center, with the sweet veggies blending perfectly with the savory ham. This kind of egg-based dish works as a quick, filling dinner when time is tight—which is great, but it also feels special for brunch or as a second course. In Italy, folks often pair these with a simple salad or some crusty bread—making it a fuss-free meal. And here's the thing, it still feels homemade. These frittatas don’t just save you from standing over a frying pan—they turn out so colorful and tasty that even picky eaters usually ask for seconds. Seriously good. With its mix of fresh flavors and soft texture, this healthy frittata brings a touch of Italian comfort to any table, proving that good food doesn’t need to be fancy to make people really, really happy.

How to prepare Cheerful Omelettes

To prepare the cheerful omelettes, first chop the carrots 1 into small cubes and blanch them for 2 to 3 minutes with the peas 2 in salted boiling water. In a non-stick pan, sauté the finely chopped shallot with a little oil; when it starts to turn golden, add the peas and carrots 3 and let them season for a few minutes. Incorporate the finely chopped parsley.

In a bowl, beat the 6 eggs with a fork, incorporate the milk 4 and grated Grana Padano 5, mix everything and season with salt and pepper. Add the carrot and pea mixture 6 to the mix.

Also add the cooked ham 7 cut into small pieces and mix well. Lay a sheet of parchment paper on a baking tray and place metal molds (cookie cutters) in the shapes you prefer; we used heart shapes. Butter and flour them well on the inside and then pour the egg and vegetable mixture 8 into them, to a height of about 0.8 inches. Bake in a convection oven at 374°F for about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and carefully take the cheerful omelettes out of the metal molds 9 using the blade of a knife, being careful not to break them. Serve the cheerful omelettes warm with a small tomato salad.

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Cheerful Omelettes

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Cheerful Omelettes

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