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Southwest Corn Frittata with Crunchy Tortilla Ribbons  
Southwest Corn Frittata with Crunchy Tortilla Ribbons
Makes 4 Servings
Prep Time: 25 min
Cook Time: 20 min
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup egg substitute
  • 1 cup corn (frozen thawed)
  • 3/4 cup grated Cabot 50% Light Cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 3 6 inch corn tortillas cut into 1/2 inch ribbons
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • Chunky tomato salsa

Heat oven to 350º. Bake two of the cut tortillas in the oven for 3-5 minutes until crisp and lightly browned; watch carefully. Sprinkle with salt. Set aside.

Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend. Mix in corn, cheese and 1 tablespoon cilantro. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix in one cut tortilla. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes. Pour egg mixture into skillet and stir to blend. Cover skillet. Cook Frittata over low heat until eggs are almost set, about 8 minutes. Uncover skillet; sprinkle with remaining cilantro, cut into wedges. Serve with tortilla ribbons and salsa.

Recipe created by Cabot Creamery

Nutritional Facts
Calories: 240
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 11 mg
Sodium: 582 mg
Calcium: 20% Daily Value
Protein: 16 g
Carbohydrates: 27 g

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