Asparagus Frittata

((Brunch is a great tradition. It’s all the best parts of Breakfast and Lunch combined together! Here’s a simple, but fancy Brunch Item your friends and family will enjoy.))

**VERY Easy Difficulty**
Serves 4 to 6

You will need a non stick pan that can go under the Broiler. No plastic handles!


7 to 8 Medium Eggs, whisked
1 lb / 450 g Asparagus, chopped into 1 inch pieces, hard ends discarded (1 standard bushel)
1 cup / 170 g Red Bell Peppers, thin slice (julienne)
2 cup / 340 g Parmesan, shredded
1 Tbsp / 15 g All-Purpose Flour
2 Tbsp / 30 g fresh Garlic, minced
4 Tbsp / 60 g Shallots, minced
3 Tbsp / 45 ml Olive Oil
Salt and White Pepper to taste

1.) In a large bowl, Whisk together Eggs, Flour, Salt, and White Pepper. Set aside.

2.) In a pan that has a metal handle that can go under the Broiler, heat up Olive Oil on medium high heat and then add the Garlic and Shallots. Brown the Garlic and The Shallots lightly, then add in the Asparagus and Red Bell Peppers. Sautee until the Asparagus is al dente.

3.) Add the Egg mixture to the pan, shake once, and let sit to form a firmer bottom. Then add the Parmesan Cheese and mix lightly so the cheese is covered in the raw egg still on top.

4.) Place the whole pan under the Broiler to finish cooking and to brown on top. Approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Longer for weaker Broilers. Less time for stronger Broilers.

5.) Remove Pan from the Broiler with an oven mitt and let sit and carry over cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Then slide The Asparagus Frittata off the pan and cut using a Pizza Cutter. Garnish with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan Cheese, Serve and Enjoy!


Extra Info: I’m not usually the type of person who has Brunch, but Frittatas are so yummy and simple to make. Plus, they can be as simple or as fancy as you like. Frittatas, like all Omelettes, are one of those Basics Recipes you should have in your repertoire as a cook.

Some of you may be wondering why there is Flour in my Frittata Recipe. This is one of my secrets for a firmer, stiffer and slightly more crispy Frittata. I add the Flour because my Recipe calls for a bit more cheese than some other Recipes out there, and the extra weight and thickness of the Flour helps accommodate the gooey-ness of the cheese and the moisture of the veggies. Don't get me wrong, the Frittata won't come out super dense like a cake or something like that haha. Remember, we're using up to 8 Medium sized eggs. A single Tbsp of Flour whisked into them won't do that much to the density, but it does enough to add that little bit of extra firmness to cater to the Cheese, and the moisture of the Vegetables. You can omit the Flour if you like. XD

I know this recipe technically can be a “Less Than Seven” or a “Vegetarian Spotlight” entry, but I left it as is because Frittatas are amazing in that they are so versatile! :3 You can put almost anything into a Frittata. In essence, it’s just a fancy Omelette. I normally use what ever leftovers I have in the Fridge. In this case, I had left over Bell Peppers and Asparagus. You can add ham, sliced chicken breast, or even shrimp! Anything! You can even use zucchini or eggplant as well. Or, you can go very classic and have cubed potatoes apart of your Frittata. You can substitute the Parmesan with Swiss, or even Pepper jack for some kick. The options are limitless. Try this simple and elegant dish out with your family, and with what ever leftovers you have in the fridge. Happy Eating!