Frittata With Morels, Fava Beans, And Pecorino Roma

Name: Frittata With Morels, Fava Beans, And Pecorino Romano Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup shelled fava beans; 1/2 cup fresh morel mushrooms (about 2 ounces); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons grated fresh pecorino Romano cheese, divided; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons light sour cream; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 large eggs; 2 large egg whites; Fresh tarragon leaves (optional)

Servings: persons

1/3 cup shelled fava beans
1/2 cup fresh morel mushrooms (about 2 ounces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons grated fresh pecorino Romano cheese, divided
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons light sour cream
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 large eggs
2 large egg whites
Fresh tarragon leaves (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Cook fava beans in boiling water 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon, and plunge beans into ice water; drain well. Peel tough skins from beans.
3
Place mushrooms in a small bowl of cold water; swirl mushrooms gently to remove any grit. Drain; rinse well. Drain on paper towels, patting mushrooms dry.
4
Heat oil in an 8-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms to pan; saute 5 minutes or until browned. Combine 1 tablespoon cheese, parsley, and next 6 ingredients (through egg whites) in a medium bowl; stir with a whisk. Stir in mushrooms and beans. Add egg mixture to pan; cook 1 minute, stirring gently. Place pan in oven; bake at 350u00b0 for 8 minutes or until edges are puffed and center is almost set. Remove from oven.
5
Preheat broiler.
6
Sprinkle top of frittata with remaining 1 tablespoon cheese. Broil 1 minute or until cheese melts. Garnish with fresh tarragon leaves, if desired.

326

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup shelled fava beans, 1/2 cup fresh morel mushrooms (about 2 ounces), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons grated fresh pecorino Romano cheese, divided, and more.

Yes, Frittata With Morels, Fava Beans, And Pecorino Romano Cheese 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.

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Frittata With Morels, Fava Beans, And Pecorino Romano Cheese

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