Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata

A great way to enjoy the fresh foods of the season is a frittata.  It is a quiche without the crust and a great canvas for almost anything.  I bought some fresh asparagus at the farmer's market, had some fresh eggs from my CSA basket and chives growing in the garden.  All I had to buy was some goat cheese and I had this simple recipe.  If you like the fresh flavors that spring brings, try this simple recipe.

Ingredients:

1 lb asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
10 eggs
1/2 cup milk
3 oz. goat cheese, broken in to small pieces
1 TBS Chives, or any other fresh herb
salt and pepper to taste
non-stick spray

Here's how:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Boil a small pot of water.  Add salt.  Toss in the asparagus and cook for 3 minutes.  Drain and set the asparagus aside.

Asparagus cut into 1 inch pieces

Cooking the asparagus

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.  Add in goat cheese, chives, salt and pepper.

Spray a large non-stick frying pan that can be put in the oven with non-stick spray and heat until hot. 

Pour in egg mixture and cook on the stove for one minute.  Use a rubber scraper to mix it up.

Ready for the oven

Place the pan into the oven for 25 minutes, until the eggs are set and slightly browned.

Let cool for 5 minutes then cut and serve.

Done and ready to eat!

This can also be served at room temperature.  Store leftovers in the fridge and microwave to reheat.