Pumpkin & Spinach Fritatta
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Approx. 600g Kent pumpkin, peeled, deseeded and cut into small cubes
2 tbs olive oil
1 tbs honey
1/2 tbs dried thyme (or herb of your choice)
1 red onion, finely sliced
1 tbs balsamic vinegar
1/2 tbs brown sugar
8 eggs
1/3 cup milk
2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
100g goats cheese, crumbled (feta would also work if you prefer)
Salt and pepper
Approx. 2 tbs pumpkin seeds
Preheat oven to 180°C
Spread pumpkin in a single layer on a baking tray lined with baking paper, and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, honey, thyme, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper
Toss to combine and bake in oven for 20 - 25 minutes or until soft, once cooked set aside
While the pumpkin is roasting, heat the remaining olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat
Add sliced onions to frying pan and cook for 5 minutes or until softened, then add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar, and stir to combine
Reduce heat slightly and cook onions for further 5 minutes or until caramelised, then set aside
Whisk eggs and milk in large mixing bowl or jug and season with salt and pepper
Line a baking dish (approx. 20 cm x 25cm) with baking paper and spread roasted pumpkin along base and top with onions and baby spinach
Pour egg mixture over whole dish and give a little shake to spread evenly
Top with crumbled goats cheese (or feta), and a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds
Place into the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until set and golden on top
Serve with a side salad and enjoy!