Final exams are finally done for the semester and what an epic pain in the butt they prove to be every year. That’s why, this year, everyone should reward themselves and their equally suffering friends, with a tasty brunch of frittata and mimosas! (Must be 21 or older or have a killer id )

Goat Cheese and Veggie Frittata with Mimosa

A frittata is essentially a large, baked omelet. Also similar to a low-fat quiche without a crust. As with most of my recipes on my blog, feel free to substitute or add on any ingredients (besides the eggs, obviously- those are essential). I made my frittata before leaving for winter break, so I put any and everything that was in the refrigerator and freezer in it. Some other recommended ingredients: mushrooms, asparagus, bell peppers, parmesan cheese, leftover ham or bacon, etc.

Goat Cheese and Veggie Frittata

Makes 4 servings

• 1 tablespoon olive oil -  one quart extra virgin olive oil runs about $5 at most grocery stores and will last you a long time
• 1/4 cup diced yellow onion -  about $1
• 1/2 cup diced tomato – about $1
• 3/4 cup broccoli, diced -  *use just the head* about $2 for a frozen bag (which must be defrosted before cooking) or about $2.50 per pound, fresh
• 1.5 cups spinach -  about $2 for a small bag
• 6 eggs – approximately $2 for a dozen
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2.5 oz crumbled goat cheese – about $2.50 for 4 ounces

Approximate cost: $5, which makes 4 servings at $1.25 each

Approximate cooking time: 25 minutes
Preheat oven to bake 400. Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onions, stir occasionally for about 4 minutes until soft and translucent.

Cook onions in a large, deep skillet

Add tomatoes, broccoli, and any other vegetables of your choosing. Stir occasionally for about 2 minutes until softened.

Cook vegetables until slightly softened

Add the spinach, stir until all leaves are wilted and mixed in with other veggies. Distribute vegetable mixture throughout the pan. Turn off heat on stove.

Add spinach

Whisk 6 eggs in a large bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon of water and salt and pepper to taste.

Whisk eggs

Pour whisked eggs directly over vegetables in skillet. Sprinkle goat cheese evenly on top of egg mixture.

Ready for baking

Bake in oven for 12-15 minutes until frittata is puffy but not wet or soupy. Let cool for a few minutes before cutting.

Finished!

To make Mimosas:

Mix one part champagne (or sparkling wine) with one part orange juice. Enjoy!