Cheesy Fritatta with Spinach, Asparagus, & Mushrooms

I am so.bad. when it comes to eating vegetables. I have a strong desire to want to love veggies, but I just can't. I've realized that right now, I'm not one of those people who can snack on bell pepper strips and goes for the Veggie Delight at Subway.

And I have to live with that. Whoa is me. Let me tell you, opting for strawberries and apples instead is soooo difficult. (Maybe that's my problem?)

Since I'm in the take-it-or-leave-it camp when it comes to veggies, I find I have to trick myself into eating them. Or just force myself to buy them, then let the guilt take over when I see them looking sad and lonely in the produce drawer.

So the day before they bite the dust for good, I opt for the best hodge-podge-get-rid-of-my-veggies meal I can think of. A fritatta. See, anything goes when it comes to fritattas, and it still works. Spinach? Yup. Peas? Yes. That shriveled stinky thing in the corner of the drawer? Well, maybe pass on that one.

Cheesy Fritatta with Spinach, Asparagus, & Mushrooms

Adapted from: Home Skillet

2 tablespoon butter
1 leek, diced
5 ounces fresh baby spinach, chopped
12 ounces (1 bunch) asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
5 whole eggs
4 egg whites
1 1/4 cups grated Asiago cheese, divided
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/3 teaspoon dried thyme

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.

Melt butter in a 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Cook the leeks for 5 minutes, or until soft. Increase heat to medium-high. Add the asparagus and mushrooms, cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the spinach, cooking for 2-3 minutes or until wilted. Toss with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together whole eggs, egg whites, 1 cup Asaigo, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, spices, and herbs. Pour egg mixture into the skillet and sprinkle with remaining cheeses.

Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and eggs are set.

Serves: 4

For the most part, fritattas are quick and easy -- the longest part is baking them. But at least you're free to catch up on other things in the meantime.

While good by itself, Adam and I love to use a dash here and there of Sriracha with this. Odd, maybe. But trust me on that one.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 226g
Amount per serving
Calories 234	Calories from fat 142
% Daily Value
Total Fat 15.8g	24%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	43%
Cholesterol 171mg	57%
Sodium 587mg	24%
Total Carbs 7.2g	2%
Fiber 2.4g	10%
Sugars 2.9g
Protein 17.9g
Vitamin A 71%	Vitamin C 21%
Calcium 29%	Iron 18%

Mushroom Poblano Quesadillas

I might have missed posting something for Cindo de Mayo.

I may have missed celebrating Mother's Day on the ol' blog.

But. But. I have been busy.

Like stalking this site like no other.

Taking a few of these.

Um, and no. That's not me. I'm on the other side of the camera.

And still working on that study of mine for school.

Then I realized I needed to eat. Non-fast food. Oh please no more fast food for a while. My lazy butt needs to get in gear.

As always, quick and easy recipe to the rescue. Hallelujah.

Mushroom Poblano Quesadillas

Adapted from: Liv Life

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup onion, diced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 poblano pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
2 green onions
1/4 cup salsa verde

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the onion, mushrooms, and poblanos. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until mushrooms have released their juices and they have evaporated. Stir in the garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and cilantro. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Heat another large skillet over medium-high heat. Spray with non-stick cooking spray (or wipe lightly with a oil coated paper towel). Place one tortilla in the pan. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese over one half of the tortilla. Top with 1/4 of the vegetable and spice mixture and 1/4 of the green onions. Fold tortilla in half, pushing down slightly. Continue cooking until underside of the tortilla is golden brown and cheese is melty. Flip over and cook a couple minutes more until golden brown on both sides.

Place another large skillet over medium high heat and oil pan lightly. Lay a tortilla flat on the pan and add a handful of cheese over 1/2 of the tortilla. Working quickly, add desired amount of the veggie mixture. Sprinkle with more cheese and top with a sprinkle of chopped scallions. Fold the tortilla in half and cook until the tortilla is browned and the cheeses are beginning to melt. Flip the tortilla and cook an additional few minutes until that side is browned and the cheese is fully melted.

Cut quesadillas in thirds and top with salsa verde.

Serves: 4

Of course, coming from Liv Life, I knew these were going to be delicious. And they totally did.not.disappoint. As is, they are great. Awesome.

Yet somewhere in the back of my mind I feel like a little bit of chicken or some black beans (or both?) would really add some nice heft to these. I mean, if you need some for anyone in your house that still eats like a teenage boy.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 226g
Amount per serving
Calories 394	Calories from fat 163
% Daily Value
Total Fat 18.1g	28%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	42%
Cholesterol 30mg	10%
Sodium 1187mg	49%
Total Carbs 44.1g	15%
Fiber 2.8g	11%
Sugars 5.2g
Protein 16.0g
Vitamin A 13%	Vitamin C 59%
Calcium 34%	Iron 22%