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Kid-Friendly Greens Frittata

March 17, 2021
Kid-Friendly Greens Frittata

There’s no better time to cook with young children than for holidays. Whether you’re recreating a traditional family meal or starting your own new tradition, it’s the perfect opportunity to invite kids into the kitchen. And with friends and family at the table, kids are sure to deepen their connections and receive lots of encouragement.

Getting young children to eat can be a challenge and holidays are no exception, but when you involve them in the process—whether it’s choosing the menu, making a grocery list, shopping, or cooking—they become engaged. And an engaged child is a better, more curious, healthier eater.

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Ingredients

  • 8large eggs
  • ½tsp kosher salt
  • ½tsp black pepper
  • 4scallions, chopped
  • 2to 2 1/2 cups finely chopped spinach or kale
  • cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1tbsp olive oil
Yield: Serves 4-6

Preparation

  • NOTE: A frittata can be endlessly varied: You can easily substitute a different vegetable for the greens and a different cheese for the feta. Young children may like mini-frittatas: simply oil muffin tins and divide the mixture into eighths.

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350.

  • Step 2

    Place the eggs, salt and pepper in a medium size mixing bowl and stir until well combined. Add the scallions, spinach, and feta cheese and mix well.

  • Step 3

    Place an 8-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat and when it is hot, add the oil. Add the egg mixture and carefully transfer to the oven. Bake until the eggs are set and the top is golden, about 20 minutes.