Asparagus Frittata; Some lesson are never learned
Remember, sometime in the fuzzy past, when I complained, confided, confessed to the fact that I always try to cram way too much work into way too little time, leaving me perennially stressed, rushed and late?
Wouldn't one think, that after so publicly admitting to this chronic character flaw, one would take steps to correct it?
Well, one would be wrong!
Once again, here I am, leaving in 36 hours, with 48 hours of work to do, not to mention little things like sleeping and eating and packing and taking the girls to their pensione.
Apparently some lessons just cannot be learned by some people.
Where are we going?
Giverny, to visit Monet's Gardens.
We were meant to visit them last summer, on another trip.....
But, I, er, tried to cram too many other things into that day.... Other stops, things to see, stuff to do...
By the time we got their, they were just closing the gates.
Just as well. Now we have an excuse to go back.
And we really should be doing something special... It's our 30th wedding anniversary.
Good Lord!!!!
This garden photo is MY garden terrace and herb garden. Not Monet's...
In case you are looking for a lovely brunch idea for Mother's Day.....
Tortilla de Espárragos (Asparagus Frittata)
8oz (250gr) green asparagus
6 eggs
2 cloves garlic
1/2 onion
2 tbs fresh, snipped chives
2 tbs olive oil
1/3 cup (1.5oz, 45gr) shredded cheese,
1/2 cup (3oz, 90gr) cherry tomatoes
Asparagus: Snap off bottom ends of asparagus. Cut into 1" (2.5cm) pieces. Bring a medium saucepan half full of water to a boil. Blanch the asparagus for 3 minutes. Drain and plunge into a bowl of cold water. Drain again and lay out on paper towels to dry.
Frittata: Snip chives. Finely chop onion; mince garlic. Whisk eggs, cheese and chives together. In medium nonstick skillet (8". 20cm) heat 1 tbs oil. Add onions and garlic and sauté until tender, about 7 minutes. When onions are ready, add the blanched asparagus and heat through, stirring. Add the onion/asparagus mixture to the eggs and mix well. Put the skillet back on medium heat with remaining tbs of oil. Add egg mixture. Cook until eggs are cooked through, 6 - 8 minutes. If necessary, cover for 2 - 3 minutes, to set the top.
Turning the Frittata: When eggs are cooked through you need to turn it: slide it carefully onto a plate, put another plate on top and turn it over. Now slide it back into the pan to brown the other side, another 1 - 2 minutes. Slide it carefully onto a plate. Cut in wedges and serve.
Gotta run.... I'm late, I'm late.....
What a perfect anniversary destination!
Congratulations on 30 years... and pass the frittata!
Posted by: Michelle | May 05, 2008 at 10:22 PM
Your garden is gorgeous. Really lovely. I would never get anything done either if I had a garden like that (though I suspect that that's not your particular problem). Congratulations on 30 years!
Posted by: Neen | May 05, 2008 at 10:29 PM
I hope you have a wonderful time. Happy anniversary! Will you post pictures of the gardens?
Posted by: Lynn | May 05, 2008 at 11:05 PM
Happy Anniversary! Take some pictures - I've seen Giverny in the height of summer but would love to know what it looks like in early spring! Et bon voyage!
Posted by: Zoomie | May 06, 2008 at 12:03 AM
Katie dear...it would be a delight to have brunch (this frittata) in your garden terrace. I will of course, bring the plonk!
Posted by: Peter | May 06, 2008 at 12:35 AM
Your garden and terrace look so beautiful -- the perfect place to have a frittata on a sunny spring morning.
Posted by: Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) | May 06, 2008 at 03:04 AM
Oh, yes, I do love asparagus frittata. And yours is positively cheery with those brilliant green chives and red tomatoes.
Posted by: Susan from Food Blogga | May 06, 2008 at 03:36 AM
I am green with envy about your lovely garden... Congrats to 30 years, I'll make only 25 this year!
Posted by: Ulrike aka ostwestwind | May 06, 2008 at 06:15 AM
I had some kind of asparagus frittata recently in a breakfast eatery. But they do it with tomatoes and mushrooms...oh well...maybe it's just a veg omelette :O
Posted by: tigerfish | May 06, 2008 at 06:53 AM
Katie, this is mind-reading! I just proposed asparagus as new theme for the Fresh Produce of the Month event that I'm hosting. And, I also just tagged you for a meme!
Lovely garden, congratulations :)
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Posted by: RESEARCH | May 06, 2008 at 11:49 AM
Congratulations! whow 30 years! go you! Have fun on the trip.
Asparagus is everywhere, for good reason. Spring's here so asparagus is popping up in all sorts of foods and dishes. I just did a post on my spring pasta dish. The frittata looks great!
Posted by: LiberalFoodie | May 06, 2008 at 06:34 PM
This is a lesson I have yet to learn too. Your frittata looks amazing!
Posted by: Kristen | May 06, 2008 at 07:27 PM
Michelle, Yeah, I was married when I was 3...
Neen, thanks, it was looking lovely that day - blue sky, flowers... I was weeding.
Zoomie, thanks, I'm hoping for wisteria! And lilacs... maybe iris...
Peter, and I will, of course supply the corkscrew... and a glass.
Lydia, I really should eat out there more often... We only seem to bother when we have guests.
Susan, I have about 10 feet of chives so I can use with abandon!
Ulrike, only 25? I remember when that seemed like forever!
Tigerfish, I was trying to keep this one 'pure' for a change ;-))
Marta, I can do asparagus.... and I'l be by to check out the meme ;-0
Research....tkx
LiberalFoodie, I love all the spring veg after the same old stuff all winter!
Kristen, if you figure it out, let me know.... please....
Posted by: katie | May 06, 2008 at 09:56 PM
Congratulations on 30 years! Have fun!
Posted by: pam | May 06, 2008 at 10:35 PM
that is funny I just watched a show about Monet's Gardens a few hours ago, Enjoy and happy 30th.
Posted by: shayne | May 06, 2008 at 10:49 PM
Happy Anniversary! Your garden is pretty. Maybe you can help me with terrace ideas!
Posted by: Colleen | May 07, 2008 at 07:33 AM
Happy Anniversary! Mine's next week :) Both your garden and your tortilla look great!
Posted by: joey | May 07, 2008 at 08:43 AM
First, Happy Anniversary! 30 years is a definate celebration! And I am sooo jealous of where you are headed! OMG to be able to visit his garden! Please take lots of photos! Your garden is just as nice! Look at all the space and greenery! I love gardens so much and thank you for sharing yours! Let's see more in the future since your weather is getting to be gardening weather!
Posted by: deb | May 07, 2008 at 11:30 PM
Oh Katie - How perfect! Both the frittata as well as the anniversary plans. Giverny.... Monet.... It makes me melt!
Posted by: Toni | May 08, 2008 at 02:15 AM
Happy Anniversary! Do enjoy.
And your frittata? I would like one made special for me in the AM! :)
Posted by: Chris | May 08, 2008 at 03:54 AM
Hope you have a great trip or have had one. Giverny was beatiful when I visited there.
And a Happy Anniversary too!!!
Posted by: Pat | May 08, 2008 at 08:18 AM
Happy Anniversary. Beautiful pictures as always.
Heidi
Posted by: Heidi | May 08, 2008 at 08:31 AM
30th wedding anniversary? Wow! Congratulations, and hope you had fun!
Posted by: sra | May 08, 2008 at 06:12 PM
Happy wedding anniversary!!
Posted by: meredith | May 08, 2008 at 09:18 PM