Stanley Tucci’s Simple and Elegant Lunch

Fall Entertaining: A Delicious and Show-Stopping Option

When it comes to fall entertaining, focusing on comfort meals that are equally delicious and show-stopping is the way to go. Whether it be a bright butternut squash soup or a herb-topped pasta bake, we’re looking forward to making all of our favorite cozy dishes to serve to guests this season.

Frittatas: A Quick and Fun Option for Breakfast, Brunch, or Lunch Parties

An underrated option for breakfast, brunch, or lunch parties are frittatas. A frittata is such a quick and fun way to put together all of the veggies and fridge staples you have on hand and make a gorgeous plate guaranteed to impress anyone. Stanley Tucci just shared his personal go-to frittata to serve guests in a recent video.

Stanley Tucci’s Frittata Recipe

"We’re in Umbria on a little family vacation with some dear friends," Tucci shares in the Instagram Reel. "So I made this lunch—we’re making lunches at home and sort of going out to dinner for the most part." The lunch in question features two different types of frittatas that are making our mouths water.

Tucci’s classic frittatas are made with eggs, meaning they’re packed with protein and nutrients like vitamin D and choline, all of which can help you stay energized throughout the day. Plus, they also appear to be full of herbs like chives, which we feature in our own Potato Frittata recipe. Not to toot our own horn, but we think the Searching for Italy star would approve our choice of adding pancetta and Parmesan cheese to the dish.

A Simple and Elegant Lunch

But the meal doesn’t stop there: Tucci’s table also includes a platter of sheep’s milk ricotta, a vibrant, traditional caprese salad, a spring mix salad with a simple lemon, garlic, and olive oil dressing, anchovies, carta di musica (a crispy Sardinian cracker to pair with the anchovies) and of course, a bottle of wine. This spread is packed with staples of Italian cuisine, and while it looks complex, each element is fairly easy to prepare or buy ahead of time.

The Perfect Lunch

"All this produce is so good, and we have a black truffle somewhere, and that’s going to be shaved on top of these two [frittatas]," Tucci says. We’re also loving the abundance of produce on the table, and fans agree.

"That looks perfect. Fresh, simple, and tasty," one commenter wrote.

"My kind of lunch. One question Tucci: why wasn’t I invited?!" another fan commented. Being invited to a Tucci luncheon is definitely on our bucket list, too.

Conclusion

Fall entertaining is all about comfort meals that are equally delicious and show-stopping. Frittatas are a quick and fun option for breakfast, brunch, or lunch parties, and Stanley Tucci’s recipe is a great inspiration for your next gathering.

FAQs

Q: What are frittatas?
A: Frittatas are Italian-style omelets that can be made with a variety of ingredients, including vegetables, cheese, and meats.

Q: Why are frittatas a great option for entertaining?
A: Frittatas are quick and easy to make, and they can be customized to suit your guests’ tastes. They’re also a great way to use up leftover ingredients and make a delicious and satisfying meal.

Q: What are some ingredients that can be used in frittatas?
A: Some common ingredients used in frittatas include eggs, vegetables, cheese, meats, and herbs. You can also add other ingredients like beans, potatoes, and pasta to make a heartier frittata.

Q: How do I make a frittata?
A: To make a frittata, simply beat eggs with a fork, add your desired ingredients, and cook the mixture in a skillet over medium heat. Use a spatula to gently lift and fold the edges of the frittata until the eggs are almost set, then use the spatula to slide the frittata onto a plate and serve.