Making a frittata is a good way to use leftovers. A few spears of asparagus, half a baked potato, a little cheese and a few eggs can easily be transformed into a hearty breakfast frittata.
I used two of my favorite cheeses to pair with eggs, Fontina and Gruyere. They melt beautifully and the nutty flavor really compliments the egg custard.
Asparagus and Cheese Frittata
Frittata made from eggs, leftover baked potato, asparagus, and cheese.
Equipment
- Ovenproof frying pan Cast Iron works best
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup diced shallots
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 pound thin spear asparagus spears cut diagonally into 1-inch lengths
- ½ baked potato cubed (optional)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Heat butter in a 10-inch oven-proof frying pan over medium heat. Add shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add asparagus and potato and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Reserve a few spears for the top.
- Beat the eggs and ¾ of the cheese together, stir in the chives. Pour the egg mixture into the pan and arrange the reserved asparagus spears on top.
- Cook until almost set, but still runny on top, about 4 to 5 minutes. While cooking, pre-heat broiler.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the eggs and put under broiler until cheese is melted and browned, and the center is set.
- Carefully remove pan from oven and slide frittata onto a serving plate. Cut into 4 wedges. Can be served warm or room temperature.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Asparagus and Cheese Frittata
Serving Size
1 Wedge
Amount per Serving
Calories
301
% Daily Value*
Fat
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
11
g
55
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Cholesterol
285
mg
95
%
Sodium
492
mg
21
%
Potassium
506
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
14
g
5
%
Fiber
3
g
12
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
19
g
38
%
Vitamin A
1646
IU
33
%
Vitamin C
13
mg
16
%
Calcium
289
mg
29
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Approximate nutrition information is provided as a convenience and courtesy only. You are encouraged to do your own calculations if precise data is required.
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