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Asparagus, Mushroom, and Cheese Frittata

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 to 8 servings
Author: My Global Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp of butter
  • 2 Tbsp of extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped leeks cleaned - white and pale greens parts
  • 1.5 cups asparagus cleaned and sliced into two inch pieces
  • 1.5 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms cleaned by using a wet paper towel
  • 12 eggs
  • 4 Tbsp of whole milk
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped parsley
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped tarragon
  • 1/2 Tsp salt for the egg mixture plus 1/8 tsp for the vegetables
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped parsley
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped tarragon
  • 1/2 Tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup diced cheddar cheese
  • 1 campari tomato thinly sliced - optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Chop up all the vegetables and herbs.
  • In a large bowl, with a fork beat together the eggs for about a minute, add the milk, 1/2 tsp of salt, the fresh herbs and sprinkle with some freshly ground black pepper. Add half the cheese and mix it together. Reserve the remaining half for later. Set aside.
  • On a 9X13 inch cast iron or oven-safe skillet heat the butter and olive oil together over a medium high heat. Add the leeks. Cook for about 2 minutes. Add the asparagus and mushrooms. Sprinkle them with a 1/4 Tsp of salt. Cook stirring constantly for another 2 minutes.
  • Arrange the mixture in an even layer across the skillet.
  • Whisk eggs one more time just for a few seconds and add the egg mixture to the skillet. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of cheese all over it, and arrange the tomato slices around it.
  • Transfer the pan to the bottom of the oven and bake until you can see the middle just barely set for about 12 to 14 minutes. For a browned crisp top, set frittata under the broiler 12 minutes after baking and broil until frittata is puffed and begins to turn golden in color for about one minute. Watch this really close as the frittata can turn dark brown in a matter of seconds. Do not walk away from it!
  • Once the frittata is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it. Serve immediately.
  • Leftover frittata will keep well stored in a glass covered container, refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Enjoy!