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Potato-Chip Frittatas

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Potato-Chip FrittatasAndrea Chu

Seriously, how is a potato chip any different from the fried potato that’s traditionally part of this Spanish staple?

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    30 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

5 eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons milk (any fat content)
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 leek, sliced (about 1/2 cup)
½ onion, sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1 carrot, shredded (about 1/2 cup)
4 tablespoons shredded cheese (such as cheddar or—our favorite—smoked provolone)
Potato chips

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    1. Preheat oven to 325°F.

    Step 2

    2. Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper; set aside.

    Step 3

    3. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the leek and onion with a pinch of salt. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

    Step 4

    4. Add the carrot; cook for 1 minute more. Remove from heat.

    Step 5

    5. Grease a 6-cup muffin tin. Divide the cheese among the cups, then the vegetables.

    Step 6

    6. Pour in the egg mixture until each cup is three-quarters full. Add a few potato chips to each.

    Step 7

    7. Bake until cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen; serve.

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