Nutrient Analysis
Low-protein recipe; Makes 9 servings
Sodium | 130 mg |
Protein | 10 g |
Potassium | 138 mg |
Phosphorus | 175 mg |
Calcium | 105 mg |
Calories | 145 kcal |
Fat | 10 g |
Water | 30 g |
Carbohydrates | 3 g |
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Ingredients
QTY | UNIT | FOOD ITEM | |
|---|---|---|---|
1) | 1 | cup | asparagus, blanched and chopped |
2) | 1/2 | cup | onions, diced and lightly sautéed |
3) | 1 | tsp | olive oil |
4) | 6 | pc | large eggs, beaten |
5) | 1 | tbsp | fresh ground black pepper |
6) | 1 | tsp | crushed red pepper flakes |
7) | 1 | tsp | granulated garlic powder |
8) | 1/2 | cup | and 2 tablespoons low-fat cream cheese at room temperature |
9) | 1/2 | cup | Gruyere cheese |
10) | 1 | pc | Non-stick cooking spray |
11) | 1/4 | cup | chives, chopped for garnish |
Directions
1. Pre-heat oven to 375 F. Blanch asparagus by adding asparagus to a pot of boiling water for 10 seconds.
2. Strain boiling water off and quickly transfer to ready bowl of ice and water. Let cool then strain off water, dry completely and set aside. Lightly sauté onions in olive oil.
3. In large bowl, beat eggs, black pepper, red pepper, garlic powder, and ½ cup cream cheese until well mixed.
4. Fold in Gruyere cheese, sautéed onions, and prepped asparagus. Prepare muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray covering 9 muffin cups. Ladle equal amounts of mixture into the sprayed muffin tin cups.
5. Place muffin tin on sheet tray and bake for 20-25 minutes at 375 F. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before attempting to remove from pan.
6. Garnish with a ½ teaspoon dollop of cream cheese and sprinkle with chives.