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Minted Asparagus Frittata

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This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Sautéed mushrooms and warm crusty rolls are excellent with the frittata. Finish with ripe pears, chocolate biscotti and espresso.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 2; can be doubled

Ingredients

4 large eggs
1/3 cup ricotta cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
10 ounces slender asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
3 green onions, chopped

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat broiler. Whisk first 5 ingredients and 2 tablespoons Parmesan in medium bowl to blend. Heat oil in medium nonstick broilerproof skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and toss to coat. Cover skillet; cook until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add onions; stir 30 seconds. Stir in egg mixture. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook until almost set on top, about 8 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Sprinkle frittata with remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan. Broil until top is set and starts to brown, about 2 minutes. Slide spatula around frittata to loosen; slide out onto plate and serve.

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