Asparagus Frittata
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Southern Living magazine
Serves 4 peopleCategories: Vegetables- Asparagus
Ingredients
- 2/3 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 cups egg substitute
- 5 Tbsp. shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Directions
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Preheat broiler. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus, cool, uncovered, 2 to 4 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Drain asparagus and immdiately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry.
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In a small bowl, whisk egg substitute, 3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
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In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in asparagus and parsley. Pour in egg mixture.
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Reduce heat to medium; cook, covered, 8 to 10 minutes or until eggs are nearly set. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Broil 5 to 6 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes or until eggs are completely set. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Cut into quarters.