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Justin Bethoney, NPIntegrative Psychiatric Nursing

Breakfast · The Mental Wellness Diet

Meat & Veggie Frittata

By Makes 4 servings7 ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or pork sausage (casings removed)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or EVOO
  • 1 cup of vegetables: kale, broccoli, cauliflower, onions, peppers, mushrooms, etc.
  • 8 whole eggs, whisked
  • Onion or garlic powder
  • Sea salt and pepper
  • Chopped fresh basil, tomato slices, or shredded cheese for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. 2Heat the oil over medium heat in a 10" cast iron skillet.
  3. 3In a large bowl, whisk your eggs well with onion or garlic powder, salt and pepper, and set aside.
  4. 4Add the ground meat to the pan and cook, breaking it up as it cooks so the meat browns evenly.
  5. 5Once the meat is almost fully browned, remove it from the skillet and set aside.
  6. 6Add the vegetables to the pan and sauté, stirring frequently.
  7. 7Once the vegetables are soft, add the browned meat back to the skillet.
  8. 8Slowly pour the egg mixture over the meat and vegetables to cover.
  9. 9Top with sliced tomatoes or basil if desired.
  10. 10Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the eggs are solid throughout.
  11. 11In the last two minutes, pull out the skillet and sprinkle cheese over the top, if desired.
  12. 12Remove the skillet and let the frittata cool.
  13. 13Cut into slices and serve.

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From The Mental Wellness Diet: Ancient Wisdom - Evolving Science - Modern Day Options © 2020 Justin Bethoney NP IPN, Inc.. Published for educational and informational purposes only; it is not a diagnosis, treatment or substitute for professional healthcare. Talk with your own clinician about your health.

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