Ham and Asparagus Frittata

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
* Makes 4 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 8 to 12 asparagus stalks, bottoms trimmed
* ½ yellow onion, chopped
* 1½ cups thinly sliced button mushrooms
* 1 cup chopped cooked ham
* 4 eggs
* salt and freshly ground black pepper
* 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
== Directions ==
# Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.
# Preheat the broiler.
# While the water heats, trim the asparagus spears to fit in a circular pattern in a large skillet (similar to the hands of a clock).
# Once the water is boiling, blanch the asparagus stalks by adding them to the water and cooking 2 to 3 minutes, or until just barely tender and bright green.
# Transfer the asparagus to a colander and run under cool water.
# Set aside to drain.
# Lightly coat the skillet with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat.
# When the skillet is hot, add the onion and mushrooms and cook until the onions are just tender, about 4 minutes.
# Add the ham to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until heated through.
# While the ham cooks, whisk the eggs and 2 tablespoons cold water in a small bowl.
# Season with salt and pepper.
# Reduce heat to medium.
# Use a wooden spoon to spread the onions, mushrooms and ham evenly across the skillet.
# Pour the eggs over the vegetables and ham.
# If needed, tilt the pan to ensure the eggs spread evenly.
# Cook until the edges of the egg are done and the center begins to bubble, about 4 minutes.
# The eggs will not be fully cooked at this stage, but will finish under the boiler.
# Arrange the asparagus spears in a circular pattern in the skillet; top off the mixture with cheese.
# Place the skillet under the broiler and cook until the cheese is melted and begins to brown.
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Category:Cathy's Recipes
Category:Asparagus Recipes
Category:White mushroom Recipes
Category:Ham Recipes
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