Pour Eggs Over Tomato Slices To Create A Frittata You Look Forward To

Whoever said breakfast had to be boring? It's easy to default to a slice of toast and a hard-boiled egg in the morning for some quick fuel, but that can get repetitive and mundane quickly. But by using a few tomato slices and turning those eggs into a quick and easy stovetop frittata, you'll start your day off with a nutritious breakfast that will also appeal your taste buds.

Start by slicing a tomato. Many different types of tomato will work, but roma will add a nice sweet-tart depth of flavor. You'll want slices that are in the goldilocks zone — not too thick, and not too thin. You can also salt them on a cutting board and let them sit for around five minutes. This will draw out the moisture via osmosis, which will make for a more concentrated flavor and ensure your frittata doesn't turn out soggy. Sear the tomato slices in a bit of oil in a pan until they're slightly caramelized and jammy, then pour whisked eggs on top. Add seasonings to your liking (salt, pepper, garlic powder, whatever you fancy), cover, and let the eggs cook until fully solid. Et voilà! You have a frittata jam-packed with acidic, slightly sweet flavor.

One of the best things about frittatas is that they are easily customizable, from the interior to toppings. Spinach and tomato is a classic breakfast combo — you can easily wilt spinach alongside the tomato slices in the pan before adding the eggs for extra earthy flavor. Sauteed mushrooms are another great addition (just make sure you use the correct technique to make them brown properly in the pan). As for mixing in protein, a few options will work, but it's a good idea to turn toward breakfast meats — think sausage, bacon, or ham. The key is to cook everything else first (excluding your spinach) before adding tomatoes to the pan, as their moisture can make other ingredients saute unevenly.

As for topping ideas, cheese is always great. Sharp cheddar will juxtapose the egg flavor nicely, and the acidity of the tomatoes will cut through the heavy cheese flavor. If you have cheese slices in your fridge, lay them on top of the frittata toward the end of cooking to let them melt. Fresh herbs, like parsley and oregano, are another ideal topping to brighten any egg dish. You can easily grow them at home in your garden, but the store-bought dried versions work too. Whether you're beefing up your frying pan tomato frittata or keeping it simple, this is a quick dish that will change your breakfast game for the better. Just because eggs are a breakfast staple doesn't mean their preparation method has to be basic.