Scraps

two life lessons to carry with you: 

1. when in doubt, make a frittata.
maybe you’re doubting what to make for dinner, how to use whats already in the kitchen, how far 7 bucks can stretch, where you’ll be living in two days, if there will even be a kitchen at all. it doesn’t matter what you’re doubting, whether its one simple thing or every single thing. just make a fucking frittata.

2. never throw away the carrot tops or radish tops.
their leafy greens tops are edible, chock full of nutrients and minerals, and they fit easily into any meal. eaten raw, they can taste quite bitter, so sauté them in some oil or butter with minced garlic and a pinch of salt. then they’ll be delicious.

here’s my frittata, but use whatever you have. eggs work with just about anything.

1 small head cauliflower
4 carrots  + their tops
6 radishes + their tops
2 red onions, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
10 medium eggs (or 8 large)
1/2 tsp (each) cayenne, paprika, and cinnamon
salt and pepper
2 oz pecorino cheese, grated

1. roast the cauliflower, carrots and radishes.
2. slowly caramelize the onions. add the garlic and greens, sauté.
3. oil and heat a black iron skillet, place in a 180˚C oven.
4. whisk the eggs. add herbs and spices. fold in the cheese. fold in roasted and sauteed vegetables.
5. bake in the preheated skillet until set and slightly brown on top.

Posted at 3:08pm and tagged with: recipe, frittata,.