Leek, Patato and Parmeasan Frittata

By kmad

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs potatoes
• 3 cups thinly sliced white and pale green part leeks, washed well and drained
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 12 large eggs
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 cup gruyere cheese, coarsely grated
• 2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from recipezaar.com

Preparation

Step 1

Steam potatoes, covered, for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
Let cool until they can be handled.
Peel and cut crosswise into thin slices.
In a 12 inch non-stick skillet, cook the leek in the butter over moderately-low heat, stirring, for 12-15 minutes, or until very soft.
Season to taste.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, ½ cup parmesan, ½ cup gruyere, chives, parsley and season to taste.
Whisk until combined well.
Stir in leek and potatoes.
In the cleaned skillet, heat the oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking.
Pour in egg mixture, distributing potatoes evenly, and cook, without stirring, for 14-16 minutes, or until edge is set but center is slightly soft.