Porcini-Parmesan Frittata

Ingredients

• 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
• 2 ounces the following: parmesan rind) dried
• 6 large egg whites 
• 4 large eggs 
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese 
• 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan
• paper towels
• whisk
• broiler

Directions

1. Preheat broiler.
2. Place mushrooms in a large ovenproof skillet. Cover mushrooms with cold water; let stand 2 minutes.
3. Drain. Return mushrooms to skillet. Cover with cold water; bring to a boil.
4. Drain. Pat mushrooms dry with a paper towel.
5. Combine egg whites and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Stir in mushrooms and cheese.
6. Heat oil in pan over medium-high heat.
7. Add egg mixture; cook 3 minutes or until slightly set. Broil 3 minutes or until eggs are completely set and browned.
8. Cut frittata into 4 wedges.
9. Garnish with chives, if desired.