A couple weekends ago, Greg and I were looking for something quick but relatively healthy to eat on a Saturday afternoon. I had noticed over on Vanessa's blog,
Presidential Living, that she had recently made a delicious looking asparagus and sausage frittata. We did not have any potatoes or sausage on hand like she used, but I did have plenty of eggs, asparagus and bright red cherry tomatoes.
I whisked about 8 eggs together with a splash of milk, stirred in some salt and pepper, plus fresh thyme, and poured the mixture over my chopped asparagus and toms.
Per Vanessa's instructions, I cooked it in my cast iron skillet at 350 degrees until it was set in the center, which took about 35 minutes.
I would love to have a taste of Vanessa's because I'm guessing the sausage gave it a really great flavor. In the future, I will probably mix in some cheese or at least sprinkle some on top before serving. I can't wait to try some new combinations in my next frittata. Here are some ideas I thought up while writing this post:
- Spicy chorizo with smoky roasted poblano peppers and queso fresco
- Crispy bacon with shredded potatoes, chives, a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream on top
- Diced garden veggies with herbs, served with warm goat cheese
- Sautéed wild mushrooms and spinach, topped with swiss cheese
Wow, I better stop now. My stomach is starting to rumble! What would be your unique spin on the classic frittata? Feel free to share in the comments, you guys always think of ideas that would never occur to me!
