Asparagus and Red Pepper Frittata Recipe

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What tastier way to start a morning? This frittata is enriched with asparagus, potatoes, peppers, herbs and a wonderful blend of cheeses. Serve with a side of seasonal fruit. —Toni Donahue, Westerville, Ohio

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Asparagus and Red Pepper Frittata Recipe

Prep: 20 min. Cook: 25 min.

Yield: 6 Servings

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Ingredients

12 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
1/2 teaspoon plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
10 eggs
3 egg whites
3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes
1/2 large sweet red pepper, julienned
3 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese

Directions

Place asparagus on an ungreased baking sheet; drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon oil. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until tender, stirring once.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, egg whites, milk, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-in. ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and press down lightly. Cook, uncovered, for 6-7 minutes or until bottom is golden brown. Drizzle with remaining oil; turn over.
Pour egg mixture over potatoes. Cover and cook for 9-11 minutes or until nearly set. Arrange asparagus and red pepper over top. Sprinkle with basil and pepper Jack cheese.
Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until eggs are completely set. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut into wedges. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 wedge equals 371 calories, 21 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 370 mg cholesterol, 692 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 22 g protein.

Originally published as Asparagus and Red Pepper Frittata in Country Woman April/May 2012

Parmesan Pointers

When a recipe calls for shredded Parmesan cheese, use the cheese found in bags in the grocery store dairy section. Shredded Parmesan is often used in salads or soups where the shreds make a pretty garnish. If grated Parmesan is called for, use the finely grated cheese sold in containers with shaker/pourer tops. This type works well in lasagna and casseroles. (You can substitute either shredded or grated Parmesan in equal proportions in your favorite recipes.) If you decide to buy a chunk of Parmesan cheese and grate your own, be sure to use the finest section on your grating tool. You can also use a blender or food processor. Simply cut the cheese into 1-inch cubes and process 1 cup of cubes at a time on high until finely grated.