Simple Asparagus Frittata

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh asparagus, washed, trimmed, and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2-3 shallots, finely chopped
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• salt & freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Cook the asparagus in enough boiling salted water to cover for 2.

2. 2

   minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water and set aside.

3. 3

   Heat the oil in a heavy non-stick 10 inch (25 cm) skillet over moderate heat.

4. 4

   Saute the shallots until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the.

5. 5

   asparagus and saute an additional 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl and beat to thoroughly combine.

7. 7

   Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook, scraping the sides and bottom occasionally with a spatula, until the bottom has set. Place the.

8. 8

   skillet under a preheated broiler until the top has set. Be careful.

9. 9

   not to burn the top. Invert onto a serving platter and cut into.

10. 10

    wedges to serve. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature. Serves 4.