Leek Frittata (Frittata ai Porri)

A simple dish that is ideal for those last minute hungers. It taes only 25 minutes to cook and easily feeds 6 people.

A simple dish that is ideal for those last minute hungers. It taes only 25 minutes to cook and easily feeds 6 people.

Cook Time 25

Total Time 25

Servings people

30 ml butter 30 ml
3 medium Leeks white and tender green parts, cut into 1/2-inch (2 cm)and thoroughly rinsed
6 large eggs beaten
125 ml Parmesan grated
salt to taste
ground pepper to taste

Heat the butter in a large skillet, preferably non-stick, over moderate heat and sauté the leeks for about 5 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper and cook covered for 15 minutes.
Combine the eggs and cheese in a bowl and stir to combine. Add the egg mixture to the skillet and stir to combine.
Cook until the bottom is browned and the top is still runny, 6 to 8 minutes.
Place under a preheated broiler until the top id lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
Slide the frittata onto a serving platter and serve warm or at room temperature.

A gorgeous simple recipe that is always a pleasure to eat.