CALIFORNIA ASPARAGUS FRITTATA WITH RED BELL PEPPER AND FETA

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Courtesy California Asparagus Commission. I haven't tried this as yet but it sounded fantastic and refreshing!

Provided by Manami

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
salt, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
10 eggs, beaten
1/4 lb feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 red bell pepper, julienned
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter or 1 tablespoon unsalted margarine, cut in bits, at room temperature
1/2 cup onion, chopped
6 lemon wedges, for garnish
6 sprigs Italian parsley or 6 sprigs chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
  • To blanch asparagus, in a large frying pan, bring approximately 3 inch of water to a boil.
  • Stir in 1 Tbs. salt.
  • Add asparagus; arrange in one layer.
  • Cook at a medium boil until slightly underdone, about 3 minutes, depending on thickness.
  • Drain on paper towel; cool. (Recipe can be made ahead to this point. Refrigerate cooled asparagus until ready to continue.).
  • To prepare egg mixture, whisk parsley, water, 1/4 teaspoons salt, and pepper into egg; stir in cheese; reserve.
  • To cook frittata, reserving one whole per serving, cut remaining asparagus at an angle into 1 inch pieces; reserve.
  • In a heavy (or non-stick) oven-proof, 12 inch frying pan (with a cover) sauté bell pepper in olive oil until barely tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir butter into pan.
  • Stir in onion and reserved asparagus pieces; sauté for 1 minute.
  • Pour egg mixture into pan, quickly stirring gently without scraping the bottom of the pan to distribute vegetables.
  • Bake on the middle rack of oven, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Remove cover; bake until edges are browned, eggs are set, and center is just form to the touch, about 10 minutes.
  • Let frittata rest 5 minutes.
  • Loosen the sides and bottom of frittata with a narrow, flexible spatula, then carefully cover pan (which will still be hot) with a large, warmed serving platter.
  • Protecting your hands with potholders, flip frying pan over onto platter.
  • Alternatively, serve frittata in the pan,
  • Cut frittata into wedges; garnish each with the reserved asparagus spears, lemon wedges (to squeeze into frittata), and sprigs of parsley or chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.5, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 374.5, Sodium 332.5, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.9, Protein 15.3

Janice Standley
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I'm always looking for new and exciting frittata recipes. This one was a great find. It's easy to make and it's so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shahida Chowdhury
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This frittata was easy to make and it turned out great. I used a non-stick skillet and it cooked evenly throughout. The frittata was fluffy and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Md Suraf
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I made this frittata for brunch and it was a hit. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of feta cheese. It added a nice salty flavor to the frittata.


naila Xassan
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This frittata was delicious! The asparagus and red bell pepper were cooked perfectly and the feta cheese added a nice salty flavor. I served it with a side of toast and it was the perfect meal.


Sobia Naz
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I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian recipes. This frittata was a great find. It's packed with vegetables and it's so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Karen Jeptoo
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This frittata was a great way to use up some leftover asparagus and red bell pepper. It was easy to make and it turned out delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Mickey Leerintveld
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I'm a big fan of frittatas and this one is one of my favorites. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I highly recommend it!


Lilly Pochdalofszky
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This frittata was delicious! The asparagus and red bell pepper were cooked perfectly and the feta cheese added a nice salty flavor. I served it with a side of toast and it was the perfect meal.


Matthew Eiermann
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I'm always looking for new and exciting frittata recipes. This one was a great find. It's easy to make and it's so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


TEGA LV NOMCEBO
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This frittata is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it! They especially liked the red bell pepper and the feta cheese.


Kenneth Washington
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I made this frittata for a brunch party and it was a hit. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of feta cheese. It added a nice salty flavor to the frittata.


Aruwa Abig
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This frittata was easy to make and it turned out great. I used a non-stick skillet and it cooked evenly throughout. The frittata was fluffy and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Anna Joseph
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I'm a big fan of asparagus and I love the way it pairs with red bell pepper and feta cheese. This frittata was no exception. It was delicious and it was the perfect meal for a light dinner.


Dream Fish World
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetarian recipes. This frittata was a great find. It's packed with vegetables and it's so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mika khan
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This frittata is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some asparagus and red bell pepper that were about to go bad, so I threw them in this frittata and it turned out great. The feta cheese added a nice salty flavor.


panjab di mitti
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I made this frittata for breakfast and it was the perfect start to my day. It was filling and flavorful, and it kept me full until lunchtime. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


lanre lefevre
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This recipe was easy to follow and the frittata turned out beautifully. I used a 10-inch skillet and it was the perfect size. The frittata was cooked evenly throughout and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Shuv Thakur
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I'm not usually a fan of frittatas, but this one changed my mind. It was so light and fluffy, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I especially loved the addition of feta cheese.


The Holiday Project
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This frittata was a huge hit with my family! The flavors of the asparagus, red bell pepper, and feta cheese complemented each other perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


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