40 g (1 1/2 oz) butter
1 small onion , finely chopped
225 g (8 oz) courgettes , finely sliced
6 medium eggs , beaten
25 g (1 oz) parmesan , freshly grated, plus shavings to garnish
crusty bread to serve
method
1. Melt 25 g (1 oz) of the butter in an 18cm (7in) non-stick frying pan and fry the onion until soft. Add the courgettes and fry gently for 5 minutes or until they begin to soften.
2. Preheat the grill. Add the remaining butter to the pan. Season the eggs and pour these into the pan, cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden underneath and cooked round the edges.
3. Scatter the cheese over the frittata and put under the preheated grill for 1 to 2 minutes, or until just set. Garnish with parmesan, cut the frittata into quarters, and serve warm or cold with crusty bread.
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