It’s an absolutely great thing to eat seasonally, isn’t it?
Sure, nowadays you can have most of the produce all year round. But still.
Let’s say asparagus. That’s not a big deal to find it during a year, and it’s basically as delicious as in spring. But still.
Or let’s say eggplant. I don’t know how about you, but then I was a child, they appeared in Russia late summer – fall. Since that time eggplant are associated with the fall food. I enjoy them now anytime I’d like to. But still.
Sweet potatoes, pumpkins, persimmons, and pomegranate are reserved for fall fun in my book! Sure you won’t be judged if decided to carve a pumpkin in May. But still.
Or let’s say frittata!
Wait. Sorry for saying that. There’s no a specific season for a frittata.
Basically, there are only two things that don’t belong to a particular season, frittata and lavender. Sorry, couldn’t resist.
But you can always make a seasonal comfort dish. Like this Sweet Potato Sage Frittata. Slightly caramelized sweet onion and sweet potatoes with some ham, sage, and smoked paprika? That’s pretty damn good stuff, my friends!
But what about you, folks? Do you enjoy eating seasonally? What’s you favorite fall produce except lavender?
Sweet Potato Sage Frittata
Notes
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed (1,5 cup of cubed)
- 2-4 slices of serrano ham (or other ham) or chicken bacon
- 7-10 sage leaves + to garnish
- 4 eggs
- salt, pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 2 tablespoons grated smoked mozzarella
Instructions
- Heat the butter and oil in an ovenproof or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook 1 minute.
- Add the sweet potato and cook, stirring, 5-7 minutes, until started to soften.
- Add the ham (bacon etc) and sage and cook another 2 minutes.
- In a meanwhile, in a bowl beat the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sweet potatoes. Swirl the pan to spread the mixture evenly. Cook for a few minutes.
- Decrease heat to low. Sprinkle with the mozzarella. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes. From time to time, loose the bottom and edges of the frittata with a wooden spatula.
- In a meantime, heat the grill/broiler. Uncover the pan and put it under the broiler, for about 2-3 minutes. Watch it to make sure the top doesn't burn.
- Remove from the oven and let cool a bit.
- Enjoy!
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Hahahah! You always make me laugh Ben! You and your dang lavendar! I must say you are very loyal in your love! Great quality! Anyways, I eat seasonally most of the time, but sometimes I just crave something out of season, and when that happens I give in to my desires! This Frittata looks fab! Loving all the layers of flavors – onion and sweet potatoes, ham, sage AND smoked paprika! Yessss! Delicious and needs to be in my belleh! P.s. I see you new cast iron skillet! Thanks for making another appearance! ;) Xo
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary recently posted…Brown Sugar Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apple-Cider-Leek-Bourbon Compote
I always make you laugh? That’s strange, Chey cause I’m always super serious. There’s no room to laugh. I’m suspicious now.
Ben Maclain|Havocinthekitchen recently posted…Lavender Cupcakes
Oh man, this looks delicious, Ben! I would totally nom-nom this for lunch and dinner. But I have to say that I’d want to put some lavender in there. You know, to really bump up the flavor a bit. Haha!!
David @ Spiced recently posted…Brownie Pizza
Haha, thanks, David! But you know, sometimes you don’t need lavender at all to make a delicious meal like this one. Cannot believe that I just said that, but that’s true:)
Ben Maclain|Havocinthekitchen recently posted…Lavender Cupcakes
This frittata looks delicious, Ben! Love the seasonal flavours – sage is one of my favourite herbs to use in cooking this time of year. Definitely the perfect comfort food!
Jess @ What Jessica Baked Next recently posted…Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes
Thank you, Jess! I love using sage all year round, but it’s still associated with fall for me!
Sweet potato and sage frittata looks amazing, Ben! This is an ultimate seasonal comfort dish. Sounds perfect for the breakfast.
Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen recently posted…Gujarati Khaman Dhokla in 2 Styles
Thanks, Anu! To me, it sounds perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and maybe even a dessert:)