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This Frittata is simple, but scrumptious and also very adaptable. You'll love the combination of tomatoes, goat cheese, and fresh herbs.
Nothing short of spectacular! That was our experience this past weekend at The Inn at Little Pond Farm in Valle Crucis, North Carolina. We spent three days in the North Carolina mountains celebrating our thirty-sixth anniversary. June was a busy month and we really didn't have much time to plan our special weekend get-away. We knew we wanted to spend time in the mountains, but didn't have a clue on where to go. With a few disappointing experiences in the past, we were a bit leery when we began looking for places to stay. My husband somewhat randomly ran across the website for The Inn at Little Pond Farm and it looked quite lovely. He went ahead and made the reservation, but we were still a bit dubious, even as we drove up the long winding drive leading to the inn.
To say that we were pleasantly surprised, would be a gross understatement. Actually, we were thrilled with every detail of the weekend from beginning to end. The innkeepers, Gaye and Frank, greeted us warmly as we arrived and, honestly, within minutes, we felt like we had known them all our lives! They've spent years gutting and lovingly restoring the charming farmhouse in a unique style that makes you feel like you are vacationing in Provence!
Gaye's background is in interior design and you can definitely tell since every detail is simple, well-appointed and exquisitely beautiful. Frank is an unbelievably talented craftsman having had a cabinet company in his "past life" and has stick-built every shelf, cabinet, closet, cupboard ........ really, you can see his skilled handiwork in every nook and cranny of the inn! Together, they make a wonderful team.
The rooms are decorated simply, but elegantly and the beds are heavenly with the most deliciously delightful European pillows, linens and down comforters. We slept like babies, all comfy under our featherbeds with the window open to the cool mountain air. Can you tell we liked this place?
Oh and the food! I'm not going to tell you about the wonderful breakfasts and Saturday night dinner, instead, I'm going to show you! After all, I did have my wonderful photographer (aka husband) along with me! So check out the pictures and the recipe for the delicious Heirloom Tomato and Fresh Herb Frittata that Gayle prepared for us one of the mornings (I twisted her arm just a teeny bit for the recipe). We LOVED it and I think you will too!
Here's a glimpse of our breakfasts at the inn:
And a dinner to remember, so fun! We ate out on the lawn, with Gaye, Frank and some wonderful new friends we met at the inn. Little Pond was our spectacular backdrop!
The menu was; Balsamic & Rosemary Marinated Tenderloins, Grilled Rainbow Peppers, Italian Style Grilled Corn w/ Parmesan & Mint, Romaine Salad with Tomatoes, Oranges and Vinaigrette Provence and the crowning glory was Frank's Sabayon Gelato w/ Homemade Pizzette Shells, simply amazing!
Of course, I was thinking about you, dear friends of The Café, so I did manage to snitch a few recipes from Gaye. Her frittata was simple, but scrumptious and also very adaptable - I can't wait to make it myself!
P.S. Have a wonderful Fourth of July! Be sure to check back on Thursday for one more delicious recipe from the Inn, Romaine Salad with Tomatoes, Oranges and Vinaigrette Provence, it's simple, fresh and so...... delightful!
And if you're ever in need of an incredible place to be pampered, The Inn at Little Pond Farm is the perfect place! Oh, I almost forgot to tell you - they offer the most amazing culinary classes too!
- Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons butter
- 6 cherry tomatoes cut in half
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 large eggs beaten
- ½ cup cream
- 1- ounce goat cheese or Feta Gaye used French Feta, quite yummy!
- fresh herbs; mint oregano, basil, really whatever you have or are in the mood for
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Directions:
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Combine butter and olive oil in a small sauté pan over medium-low heat until butter is melted. Add tomatoes and cook slowly for about 20 minutes or until most of the liquid from the tomatoes has been absorbed. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper.
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Combine eggs, cream and a pinch of sea salt, whisk to combine. Pour egg mixture over the tomatoes and cook over medium heat until eggs begin to firm up. Sprinkle with cheese and fresh herbs.
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Place under broiler for a few minutes until top is lightly browned and eggs are firm. Cut in half, sprinkle with a few more fresh herbs, if desired and serve. Expect rave reviews!
Inside a British Mum's Kitchen says
36 years! Congratulations and Happy Happy Anniversary!!! the place looks so lovely 🙂
Mary x
Martha says
What a beautiful place to relax and celebrate! Happy Anniversary!
Martha says
What a beautiful place to relax and celebrate! Happy Anniversary!
Nami | Just One Cookbook says
Wow this place is beautiful yet cozy! I wish this was my home... LOL. I love this Frittata - thanks for sharing!
The Slow Roasted Italian says
Oh Chris, this looks like such a fantastic trip. Congrats on 36 years. Loving the frittata too!
GLENDA CHILDERS says
How sweet of your new friend to share her recipes. Congrats on 36 years. We are celebrating 35 years later this year with a short trip to New Orleans.
Claire @ Claire K Creations says
What a gorgeous little Inn! I love all the crockery and table setting as well as the food. Banana bread AND frittata AND sausage... YUM!!!
The Café Sucré Farine says
Sandra, that's so cool that you celebrated 36 years the same month! We were married on the 12th and yes we consider this one of life's greatest blessings, for sure!
Dining Alone says
I cannot believe how beautiful that place is, it doesn't even look real! I would love to visit someplace like this for my anniversary. Congrats on 36 years!
Susan says
Looks like a slice of heaven. Thanks for sharing.
bellini says
What a wonderful place to spend your anniversary!
Sandra Lee says
Thanks for the arm twisting to get this recipe. The Inn is beautiful and I would love to visit. What day in June was your anniversary? Ours was the 26th, and like you we celebrated 36 yrs. How blessed are we!!!
Sandra Lee says
Thanks for the arm twisting to get this recipe. The Inn is beautiful and I would love to visit. What day in June was your anniversary? Ours was the 26th, and like you we celebrated 36 yrs. How blessed are we!!!
Kim says
This place looks soooo pretty! Love the decoration! And the food looks pretty good too!!!! I would love to see this place... It's a little far from home! Love this frittata!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
WHat a gorgeous Inn! I love how simple everything is with white. The food looks amazing!!!! I just love places like this! Thank you for sharing it with us.