Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Asparagus-Potato Frittata

Although I've been feeling so 'out of it' and not really in the mood for driving, grocery shopping, and...especially cooking, due to not feeling my best with the bandage on my forehead to cover and protect the 'skin cancer surgery'...and taking strong antibiotics is not my favorite thing at all. I finally had the stitches removed and now I'm on my way to healing with a slight scar about 1 1/2 inches which will fade in time. I scheduled for my next surgery appointment  a month away!

When you know you have a dozen eggs in your fridge...actually, you only need 8, have onions, and some kind of fresh veggies, you could whip up a frittata in no time, at all!

I really do not need a recipe for this simple frittata, but I got inspired by Martha Stewart's Whole Living magazine...sad to say, is no longer in circulation. Again...I swapped the vegetables and omitted the jalapeno peppers which I did not have, but no worries...if you want it spicy, you can use chili pepper flakes for a spicier flavor. Recipe also calls for fresh corn kernels (you can use frozen)...I used diced potatoes, instead...otherwise, you can be creative and add veggies of your choice! Click on the link, for the recipe!
SPICY ZUCCHINI FRITTATA

The next day, I still had a lot of leftovers and had a yummy cold frittata sandwich for lunch. Some people do not like cold eggs...but as for me; I love cold hard boiled eggs, or a frittata (fried-scrambled eggs) especially on simple, fresh whole wheat bread.
My poor little kitty, Mush has found a little 'me space' which I usually have it stacked with cook books and some novels, and just stared out at me feeling left out, while I am finishing my post.
Pets can pick up on your 'moods' and feelings. Poor baby has felt neglected all week long...or is she just watching the red ribbons protruding from the book?...most likely. She is such a comfort, so sweet and delicate little thing, and oh, so 'finicky'...just like most female cats are. (she still misses Prince, can't believe its been already over one year that he had to be put down...sigh!)

I really appreciate all your caring and friendship; if I neglected to comment on your blog...I will try to catch up visiting and commenting, and as for my posts; I need to step that up, as well and post at least twice a week. Take care, and Hugs to all!

25 comments:

Joyful said...

Oh my! I didn't know you were sick. I understand why you don't feel up to your usual routine. I hope you are feeling better in no time and that your cat feels good too. They really do pick up on when we are not feeling well. I think she would like a cuddle. Hugs. xx

Angie Schneider said...

Frittata is a life saving dish! Yours looks mouthwatering. Great idea of using leftover to make the sandwiches for the lunch.

The pouting Mush looks sweet too.
I wish a speedy recovery, Elisabeth.
Angie

Böbe said...

Mi is nagyon szeretjük, guszta nagyon! A cicád nagyon morcos:)))) Puszillak..

Michael Toa said...

Yum! The frittata looks great and like you, I too enjoy cold eggs. Some friends think it's weird, but who cares :) I wish you a speedy recovery Elisabeth. Rest well.

Sissi said...

Elisabeth, first of all forgive me for such a late visit on your blog. I was on short sort of holidays and was so busy I even didn't have time to open my laptop! I'm glad your surgery went well. I hope the scar will heal pefectly too.
Your frittata looks wonderful and making a frittata sandwich is such a wonderful idea to use up leftovers. It reminds me of omelet sandwiches they sell in a temporary outdoors bar in my city.

Patty Magyar said...

We miss you...Mush looks adorable...the frittata looks delicious...take care!

Happy Valley Chow said...

What a beautiful frittata, great job!

Happy Blogging!
Happy Valley Chow

Anita at Hungry Couple said...

I'm sorry you haven't been feeling well and I hope your mood lifts soon. That beautiful frittata and adorable kitty should help. :)

Kati said...

Elisabeth, remélem most már egy kicsit jobban vagy, most ne törődj mással, a blogokkal, csak magaddal, hogy meggyógyulj:) Én szorítok érted:)
Nagyon szeretem én is a rántottát, így még nem készítettem, de fincsi lehet:) A kiscisád is nagyon aranyos, bár én inkább kutya-párti vagyok:)

Kathy said...

So sorry you haven’t been feeling well, Elizabeth! Sounds like things are moving forward and that’s a good thing! Before you know it, you will be back to normal. Your frittata looks wonderful with the potatoes and asparagus! I could eat a frittata any time of the day!! Sending you hugs…hope you're feeling better soon!

Phong Hong said...

Hi Elisabeth! Don't worry, you will feel better soon enough. Keep doing what you love. I love eggs and I will surely appreciate your fritata. Gee, your cat is cute! She has lots of fur and it must be really nice to cuddle her :)

Emma said...

Sorry about the skin ca Elisabeth :(, we all seem to get those here in Australia, I had a skin lesion removed recently as well.

Your sweet little kitty made me smile hiding like that, so cute! And I love frittata but never thought to use the leftovers in a sandwich, that's a great idea.

Feel better soon lovely :)

Paula said...

You have had to deal with so much over the past several months. I'm glad that this surgery went well and hope for a full healing back to a healthy you once again.
Beautiful frittata and leftover frittata sandwiches is something I never would have thought of.

Priya Suresh said...

Omg, thats a droolworthy frittata, makes me hungry,hope you recovering well there..Take care.

Mr. & Mrs. P said...

Love fritatas!!! Need to try this combination

Illéskrisz Konyhája said...

Ez a szendvics a kedvencem lenne! Hű, nagyon jó recept. Ha lesz jövőre spárga szezon megsütöm. A cicád nagyon szép! Az enyém is ilyen hosszú szőrű...

Katalin said...

Nagyon finomat készítettél, guszta a kenyér között :)
Vigyázz nagyon magadra, első a gyógyulás! A cicád nagyon aranyos, csak kicsit szomorúnak néz ki :(

Liz Berg said...

I love the expression on sweet Mush's face...she looks a bit disgruntled :) And your frittata looks wonderful...I'll be home alone for dinner a couple nights this weekend and it sounds like a delicious option. Have a wonderful holiday! xo

Amelia said...

Hi my dear Elisabeth, wish you speedy recovery. Medical is very advance now, so keep finger cross everything will be fine. You're in my thought always, my lovely Florida sister.

Your frittata look inviting and awesome. That sandwich look really good too. Oh my... your kitty sure very comfortable in the little space, look so cute and adorable.

Have a wonderful weekend. With hugs and lots of love to you.

Man Ridwan said...

Just like you, any leftover vegetables on hand, it's work with this delicious frittata, I like to try with potato great idea, wish you a speedy recovery Elisabeth !

Paula @ Vintage Kitchen Notes said...

Elisabeth, I didn't know you were going through surgeries. Glad you're recovering well! Sending you strong thoughts across the globe. Frittatas are just amazing, no matter what you put inside!

Miz Helen said...

Thank you so much for sharing your awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have had a great weekend and have a fabulous week.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen

Joanna Tham said...

Hi Elisabeth! How're you? It's been a long time I hop around the food blog-o-sphere. I can't wait to whip this up over the weekend. It has 2 of my favourite ingredients; asparagus & potato. Hope all is well and do take care my friend. I know I will be back soon to more blogging when time permits ♥ Jo

SKIP TO MALOU said...

i wish you fast recovery... sending you :::HUGS::: from the Philippines.
I love fritattas. I have my morning surprise fritattas too and it's mainly left overs ahah.

thanks for sharing.

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