A Healthy Recipe from Our Partners at Morris Hospital and Healthcare Centers
Green Eggs and Ham Frittata
Wreath Ingredients:
- 8 large eggs
- 1 ½teaspoons dried dill
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, diced
- 1 5-ounce bag baby spinach, chopped
- ½ cup diced ham
- 1/2 cup shredded havarti or Muenster cheese
Directions:
Step 1: Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat to 450 degrees F
Step 2: Whist eggs, dill salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Heat oil in a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add leeks, cook, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add spinach and ham, cook, stirring, until the spinach is wilted, about 1 minute.
Step 3: Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and coo, lifting the edges of the frittata so uncooked egg can flow underneath, until the bottom is light golden, 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle cheese on top, transfer the pan to the oven and bake until the eggs are set, 6-8 minutes. Let rest for about 3 minutes before serving. Serve hot or cold.
Nutrition Facts: Yields 6 servings
Per Serving: 217 calories; fat 15g; protein 14g; carbohydrates 6 g; cholesterol 262mg; sodium 419mg.
Easter is just around the corner and the Greater Joliet Area YMCA is here to help you and your family get in the holiday spirit! Full details about fun and exciting Easter events can be found below or by contacting your local branch.
The Morris Community YMCA is teaming up with the Morris Retail Association to host an Easter Egg Hunt in downtown Morris. Residents of all ages are invited to join in on the fun to find colorful Easter Eggs, which will be hidden at 11 locations throughout the downtown. Official Hunt Cards can be picked up at any of the following participating merchants beginning on Friday, March 19:
Let your creativity shine and plan to participate in the YMCA’s Easter Egg Coloring Contest! Open to children ages, 5-12, this contest is the perfect opportunity for kids to show off their artistic talents and help spread a little Easter cheer.
