Butternut Squash and Swiss Chard Frittata ​

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serves 4
Ingredients

• 12 ounces butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 6 large eggs
• 4 egg whites
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup diced shallots
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced
• 8 ounces Swiss chard, chopped
• 2 ounces plain goat cheese​

Preparation

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees . Microwave squash and 1/4 cup water in a dish, covered and vented, for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites, salt and pepper. Heat oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Saute shallots and garlic 2 minutes. Add Swiss chard. Increase heat to high; cook 5 minutes, until water is mostly absorbed. Carefully stir in cubed squash; cook 2 minutes. Pour in eggs. Reduce heat to medium. Dot cheese on top. Cook 2 minutes.
2. Place skillet in oven and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, until set. Let rest 5 minutes, then loosen edges with a nonstick spatula. Slice into 4 pieces.

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