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Muffin Tin Frittatas to Make and Freeze

These make great single-serving meals when you're on the go.

Feel like you're always on the go but don't want to compromise good food for convenience? Get out your trusted muffin tin and whip up some easy frittatas that are delicious and portable.

Watch this video for an egg and cheese recipe and learn how to make your favorite meals, like meatloaf, in single-serving sizes that are perfect for grabbing on the way to soccer or ballet. This recipe yields 12 frittatas, which means 12 fewer meals you have to make during the week.

RECIPE: Muffin Tin Frittatas

Makes 12 frittatas

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • cooking spray or 1 tbsp softened butter for greasing muffin tin
  • 1/2 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, patted dry and finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:

Place oven rack in center of oven. Preheat oven to 350. Spray 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or grease with softened butter. Place equal amounts of spinach, raster red peppers and cheese in each muffin cup.

Whisk together eggs and milk until combined and just frothy. Transfer to a large liquid measuring cup and each muffin cup about 3/4 full. Season with salt and pepper if desired Bake 10 - 12 minutes until lightly golden and puffed.

This article is part of Mix It Up, an editorial series created in collaboration with AOL's Kitchen Daily and Huffington Post. It is dedicated to making the lives of mothers easier through articles, videos and slideshows focused on simple and creative solutions to everyday challenges. From healthy recipes to exciting ideas for a more balanced lifestyle, this section aims to become a resource for moms everywhere. 

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