Asparagus Frittata

Ingredients

• 6 eggs
• 1/3 cup cream
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch lengths
• 6 basil leaves, chopped
• 4 slices deli ham, chopped (optional)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat broiler.
2. Whisk eggs, cream and parmesan cheese in a medium bowl and set aside.
3. In a high-sided ovenproof pan, melt butter on medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add asparagus, reduce heat and cook, covered, for 5 minutes. Add ham (if using), basil, salt and pepper.
4. Pour in egg mixture, and add grated cheese.
5. Cook until almost set, but still runny on top, about 5 minutes. Place under broiler for 3 minutes until set and golden. Let stand for 3 minutes. Loosen frittata around the edges with a rubber spatula and slide onto a plate.
6. Serves 4