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Easter Brunch for Two Easy Elegant Recipes Perfect for Spring Morning

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An elegant and simple Easter brunch for two featuring a fresh asparagus and goat cheese frittata, paired with a bright arugula salad and toasted English muffins. Perfect for a spring morning with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 6–8 asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 oz (60g) goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 English muffins, split and toasted
  • 4 oz (115g) smoked salmon (optional)
  • 1 cup (30g) baby arugula
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and flaky sea salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients (10 minutes): Trim and chop the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Chop fresh herbs and zest the lemon. Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk gently with a pinch of salt and pepper until combined but not frothy.
  2. Sauté the Asparagus (5 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in your 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender and bright green, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the Egg Mixture and Goat Cheese (2 minutes): Pour the eggs evenly over the asparagus. Dot the top with small chunks of goat cheese. Let it cook undisturbed on the stovetop for 2 minutes until edges start to set but center is still runny.
  4. Finish the Frittata in the Oven (8-10 minutes): Transfer the skillet to a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven. Bake until eggs are fully set and top is lightly golden, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Make the Arugula Salad (5 minutes): While the frittata bakes, toss baby arugula with lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  6. Toast the English Muffins (5 minutes): Toast the English muffins in the oven or toaster until golden and crisp. Butter lightly if desired.
  7. Plate and Serve (2 minutes): Slide the frittata onto plates or serve from the pan. Add smoked salmon slices on the side, garnish with extra herbs and lemon zest, and serve with dressed arugula and toasted English muffins.

Notes

[‘Use fresh eggs for best texture; fresh eggs make the frittata fluffier and prevent rubberiness.’, ‘Do not overcook asparagus; it should be tender but still crisp.’, ‘Remove skillet carefully from oven using oven mitts and place on heatproof surface.’, ‘Let the frittata rest for a minute before slicing for cleaner cuts.’, ‘Lemon zest adds brightness and enhances flavor without acidity.’, ‘If frittata is dry or rubbery, avoid overbeating eggs and overcooking.’, ‘Adjust lemon and honey in salad dressing to avoid flat taste.’, ‘Leftovers can be stored in fridge up to 3 days and reheated gently in skillet.’, ‘Freezing frittata is not recommended as texture degrades.’]

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