Italian Snacks and Light Meals Recipes - Artichoke Omelet (Frittata di Carciofi) Recipe

 

Ingredients

• 50 g/2 Oz/1/4 cup unsalted (sweet) butter

• 400 g/14 oz/1 large can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

• 30 ml/2 tbsp single (light) cream

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 6 eggs

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Method:

1. Heat the butter in a saucepan and add the artichoke hearts. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.

2. Add the cream and season with the salt and pepper. Keep hot.

3. Heat the remaining butter in a frying pan (skillet). Beat the eggs, season with salt and pepper and pour into the pan.

4. Cook for 3 minutes until nearly set and add the artichoke mixture.

5. Fold the omelets over and cook for 1 minute to make sure the omelets is firm.

6. Turn out on to a heated serving dish and serve immediately.