Easy Ham Asparagus and Mushroom Frittata Recipe - Twisted Mikes

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still providing creaminess.

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: bacon

Turkey ham reduces fat content while bacon provides a similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative for frying.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce calories in the frittata.

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a 9-inch cast iron skillet.

Add 1 small leek (sliced into half moons) and 8 oz of sliced mushrooms to the skillet.

Cook the leek and mushrooms for 2 minutes.

Add 8 oz of asparagus (cut into 1-inch pieces) to the skillet and stir.

Cook the asparagus for 3 minutes.

In a bowl, whip together 8 large eggs.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 cup of half and half to the eggs and mix well.

Stir in 1/4 cup of pepper jack cheese and 1/4 cup of white cheddar into the egg mixture and set aside.

Add 1 cup of diced ham to the vegetable mixture and stir to combine.

Brush the sides of the skillet with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil.

Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and ham in the skillet.

Cook on the stovetop until the bottom starts to set and bubbles form on top.

Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

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