Friday, March 19, 2010

Ham and Asparagus Frittata

Asparagus is an elegant and delicious vegetable that pops up in all sorts of appetizers and entrees with the arrival of spring. It is a delightful addition in this tasty Italian omelet called a frittata. It can be served for breakfast, brunch or even dinner!

Ham and Asparagus Frittata

By Mixed Salad Annie - Adapted from Cooking Light
2/3 cup chopped lower-sodium ham (about 3 ounces)
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 large egg whites
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped leeks
1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers, patted dry with paper towels
1/2 cup slices asparagus (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Preheat broiler.

Scrample egg whites and eggs in a medium bowl; mix in ham, cheese, black pepper and salt.
Heat the olive oil in a 9-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, roasted peppers, and asparagus; sauté 3-5 minutes. Add egg mixture; reduce heat to medium. Cook, covered, 3 minutes or until almost set. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Wrap handle of pan with foil; broil 3 minutes or until egg is set. Cut into 4 wedges.

5 comments:

  1. Anonymous3:44 PM

    The aspargus frittata was giving to me to comment on.Well is very colorful is made of great mingridients very tasty,very good try it you will like it,bambola.

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  2. Annie, love frittata, and yours sure looks delicious...love the ingredients in it...ham, asparagus, bell peppers...nice color!

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  3. whooo-hoottt....lookie who posted again! This frittata looks great and full of nutrients. :)

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  5. I want this. It looks amazing!

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