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Pasta frittata

From the video “Pasta Frittata | Gennaro Contaldo” by Jamie Oliver. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Jamie Oliver. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumGreat weeknight pick
Not spicy
Total time
~50 min
est.
Serves
4
Cost
~$2.13*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$18.87* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
9

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain gluten, dairy, egg

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$8.53*for 4 people
~$2.13*per serving

You save about ~$18.87* per serving (90% less*) than ordering it out — ~$75.47* for 4 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario pasta entrée, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

6 ingredients priced from Ontario averages

* Estimate, not a quote: every counted line priced from Ontario averages; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario pasta entrée at ~$21, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving597 kcal · 30% of 2,000Recipe makes 4 servings
Fat19 g25%
Saturated fat4.8 g24%
Sodium264 mg11%
Carbohydrate81 g30%
Fiber4.7 g17%
Total sugars6.1 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein23 g47%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexBalanced
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+11 of 20
  • Saturated fat−8 of 20
  • Sodium−4 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 5 of 6 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings as stated in the video. Not counted because the video gives no amount: salt, black pepper, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grater
  • fork
  • oven-proof frying pan
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • plate
  • wooden board

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact amount of mozzarella cheese
  • Exact amount of fresh basil
  • Exact cooking time on stovetop
Cook it this week →Watch on YouTube ↗Markdown

Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Jamie Oliver’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Pasta frittata

What makes Jamie Oliver's Pasta frittata recipe and technique special?

Jamie Oliver's take on Pasta frittata focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Italian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Pasta frittata at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Pasta frittata recipe costs approximately $2.13 CAD per serving (yielding 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Pasta frittata ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Pasta frittata can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Jamie Oliver's Pasta frittata?

This recipe utilizes approximately 9 ingredients across 19 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Pasta frittata?

The official cooking video by Jamie Oliver is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.