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Ingredients

  • 12 large eggs, shelled and beaten with a wire whisk
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1/2 pound thin pencil asparagus, blanched in boiling water, chilled and diced
  • 1/4 cup assorted fresh chopped herbs: thyme, chives, chervil, etc.
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  • Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In large bowl combine beaten eggs with the milk and Parmesan.
  • Heat the butter and oil in a large saute pan, until the butter is frothy.
  • Add the onion and cook until the onion is translucent and golden, being careful not to burn them.
  • Using a large wooden spatula, stir in the eggs and turn the heat down to very low.
  • Stir the eggs to form a large flat omelet shape, fully covering the bottom of the pan.
  • When the eggs begin to cook and take shape, stir in the diced asparagus and the herbs.
  • Place the whole saute pan into the oven and continue to cook for 2 more minutes until the frittata is cooked around the edges and the center has puffed up.
  • Remove immediately form the oven.
  • Invert the frittata onto a large platter and serve immediately.