Starting the morning on the right foot can help set a path toward a successful day, and for many, that strong start begins with breakfast. In fact, a lot of research supports the idea of having a balanced meal in the morning. When you turn to breakfast to fuel your morning, look for seasonal recipes that provide a delicious way to start your day.
Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata
Prep time: 21 minutes
Servings: 4
4 large eggs
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt, plus additional, to taste, divided
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup thinly sliced basil leaves, plus additional for serving
2 teaspoons olive oil
10 medium asparagus spears, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot or red onion
1 1/2 ounces soft goat cheese, crumbled (1/4 cup)
Heat oven to 400º with rack in middle.
In large bowl, beat eggs, milk, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste; beat in 1/3 cup basil until just combined.
In 8-10-inch ovenproof nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add asparagus and salt and pepper, to taste. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add shallot and continue cooking until asparagus spears are lightly golden and just tender, 2-4 minutes. Pour in egg mixture. Cook 1 minute then scatter goat cheese on top.
Bake until frittata is set, 4-6 minutes. Using spatula, slide onto cutting board then sprinkle with salt, to taste, and additional basil. Cut into wedges. Serve warm.
Nutritional information per serving: 140 calories; 10 g total fat; 190 mg cholesterol; 200 mg sodium; 3 g total carbohydrates; 10 g protein.
