Demonstration of creating something out of nothing–a very humble creation, but a wholesome meal.
Was hungry tonight and didn’t have anything planned. I scouted the fridge and discovered various still fresh leftovers. I had steamed broccoli as well as steamed brown rice. I set out to make a frittata, but it turned out there was too much broccoli and rice and with six eggs I ended up with a very thick mixture that wouldn’t do well on the stove top so I figured I would bake it into a casserole. I added a few other things as well.
This was a super easy, fast preparation. If you’re so inclined I would first saute an onion and some fresh garlic and toss that in too. I simply was going for fast and easy though so I skipped that.

Here are the whole list of ingredients:
- 3 cups cut up steamed broccoli
- 2 cups brown rice
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup plain sheep milk yogurt
- 3/4 cup sheep milk pecorino cheese grated
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbls garlic powder
- Salt
Put into baking dish and bake until browned.
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#1 by Wandering Coyote - October 28th, 2009 at 17:52
I once had a brilliant idea for a cooking show on Food Network: I’d go into people’s houses, inspect the contents of their refrigerators, then make a meal with their left over bits & pieces. I love this kind of cooking and improvisation!
#2 by monicajane - October 28th, 2009 at 17:55
I have the same interest…people really don’t know how to do that and I think it’s a wonderful skill to have and that is why I posted this even though among us foodies it’s nothing….
perhaps we should collaborate…
#3 by Wandering Coyote - October 28th, 2009 at 17:56
We should pitch it to the network!!
#4 by Joanne - October 29th, 2009 at 05:37
Cheese and broccoli are possibly one of my favorite combinations of foods (yes I love those Green Giant microwaveable things and I am damn proud of it!). This looks absolutely delicious, whether it is a frittata or not or something in between. And I love the idea for that show you guys are talking about. I would totally watch it!
#5 by Bob - October 29th, 2009 at 15:29
Looks great, frittatas are the bomb. I think they used to have a show like that, but I can’t remember what it was called…
#6 by Tina - October 29th, 2009 at 17:04
You guys should totally picth it to the network! They have all sorts of new shows and contests for new ideas. I think it’s a great idea.
#7 by Jen - October 31st, 2009 at 11:29
YUM!!
you make so many things I love
#8 by monicajane - October 31st, 2009 at 16:09
thanks to everyone…it’s nice to know simple stuff is appreciated…
and yeah, WC, we should make the pitch!