Baked Asparagus and Yellow Pepper Frittata Recipe

Name: Baked Asparagus and Yellow Pepper Frittata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds thin asparagus; 2 large yellow bell peppers; 3 shallots; 1 medium zucchini; 3 scallions; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 10 large eggs; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 pounds thin asparagus
2 large yellow bell peppers
3 shallots
1 medium zucchini
3 scallions
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
10 large eggs
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
and butter a 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish (3-quart).
3
Trim asparagus and diagonally cut into 1/4-inch-wide slices.
4
Cut bell peppers into 1/4-inch-wide strips and mince shallots.
5
Halve zucchini lengthwise and diagonally cut both zucchini and scallions into thin slices.
6
Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water.
7
In a large saucepan of boiling salted water blanch asparagus 1 minute and drain in a colander.
8
Immediately transfer asparagus to ice water to stop cooking.
9
Drain asparagus well in colander and pat dry.
10
In a large skillet cook bell peppers and shallots in butter over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until peppers are softened, about 10 minutes.
11
In a large bowl whisk together eggs, cream, parsley, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in asparagus, bell pepper mixture, zucchini, and scallions.
13
Pour custard into baking dish and bake in middle of oven until golden and set, about 35 minutes.
14
Cool frittata on a rack.
15
Frittata may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
16
Bring frittata to room temperature before serving.
17
If desired, loosen frittata from edges of pan and slide onto a platter.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds thin asparagus, 2 large yellow bell peppers, 3 shallots, 1 medium zucchini, and more.

Yes, Baked Asparagus and Yellow Pepper Frittata falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baked Asparagus and Yellow Pepper Frittata

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