Smoky Frittata

Name: Smoky Frittata
Ingredients: 1 small cauliflower, cut into medium florets; 6 eggs; 4 tablespoons creme fraiche (or sour cream); 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 3 tablespoons finely chopped chives; 5 ounces smoked mozzarella cheese, grated (including the skin for extra flavour); 2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese; salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil

10 ingredients

12 steps

Ingredients

1 small cauliflower, cut into medium florets
6 eggs
4 tablespoons creme fraiche (or sour cream)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
5 ounces smoked mozzarella cheese, grated (including the skin for extra flavour)
2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1

Simmer the cauliflower in a large pot of boiling salted water for 4 to 5 minutes, or until semi-cooked.
2

Drain and dry.
3

Preheat the oven to 375F Break the eggs into a medium bowl.
4

Add the creme fraiche, mustard and paprika and whisk well, making sure the eggs and creme fraiche are thoroughly blended.
5

Now stir in the chives and 3/4 of the cheeses, and season well with salt and pepper.
6

Heat up the olive oil in ovenproof frying pan (I used a 10 pan).
7

Fry the cauliflower for 5 minutes or until golden brown.
8

Pour over the egg mixture and use a fork to spread the cauliflower evenly in the pan.
9

Cook on medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
10

Scatter the remaining cheese on top, then carefully transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set.
11

Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before cutting into wedges.
12

Eat immediately.