Zucchini Omelet (Frittata di Zucchine)

A variety of vegetables may be used in place of zucchini.

Ingredients

• 6 eggs
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons minced parsley
• 3 tablespoons soft bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• All-purpose flour
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Beat eggs, water, parsley, bread crumbs, salt and garlic.
2. Heat oil in 8-inch broiler-proof skillet over medium heat until hot.
3. Coat zucchini with flour; cook until golden, about 2 minutes on each side.
4. Pour egg mixture over zucchini. Cook until eggs are thickened throughout but still moist, 3 to 5 minutes.
5. Gently lift edge with fork so that uncooked portion can flow to bottom. Sprinkle with cheese.
6. Set oven to broil or 550 degrees F.
7. Broil omelet with top 5 inches from heat until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
8. Loosen edge with spatula; slip omelet, cheese side up, onto serving plate.

Yields 3 servings.