Asparagus, Canadian Bacon and Cheese Frittata
- 5 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 pound medium asparagus stalks (about 8), trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 4 medium slices Canadian bacon (about 2 ounces), coarsely chopped
- Mixed herb salad, for serving
- 1.
- Position an oven rack in upper shelf of oven and preheat broiler.
- 2.
- Whisk eggs, 3 tablespoons of cheese, milk, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste together in a bowl.
- Set aside.
- 3.
- Heat olive oil in an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add asparagus and bacon and saute until asparagus is tender but still slightly crisp, about 4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, pour in egg mixture and stir gently to distribute.
- Cover and cook until eggs begin to set and bottom lightly browns, about 9 minutes.
- 4.
- Uncover pan, sprinkle frittata with remaining tablespoon of cheese, and broil until eggs are set and lightly browned on top, about 1 minute.
- Remove from broiler and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Slip frittata out of pan onto a cutting board, slice into wedges.
- Serve warm or room temperature with herb salad.
- Calories: 352
- Total Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Total Carbohydrate: 5 grams
- Protein: 28 grams
- Sodium: 829 milligrams
- Cholesterol: 546 milligrams
- Fiber: 2 grams
eggs, freshly grated parmesan, milk, freshly grated lemon zest, kosher salt, extravirgin olive oil, stalks, bacon, herb salad
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/asparagus-canadian-bacon-and-cheese-frittata-recipe.html (may not work)