Denver Omelet Recipe
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Denver Omelet Recipe
Description
The Denver Omelet Recipe combines a mix of sautéed chopped green and red peppers with cooked ham and sharp cheddar cheese folded into an egg and milk base. The mixture is baked in the oven until set and browned on top, creating a fluffy, puffy texture distinct from the typical stovetop omelet. The peppers soften to bring mild sweetness, while the ham adds a savory, meaty depth, complemented by melted cheddar.
This dish can serve multiple people at once, making it a good option for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings. The baking method produces a hands-off recipe, eliminating the need for careful stove attention. Serving it warm highlights the melted cheese and tender eggs.
Ingredients
- 2 TB butter
- 1/2 green pepper chopped
- 1/2 red pepper chopped
- 1 cup ham chopped, cooked
- 8 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large skillet over medium heat melt butter and cook bell peppers until softened. Stir in ham and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat together your eggs and milk. Stir in cheddar cheese, peppers and ham. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into a greased 10" baking dish.
- Bake at 400 for 25 minutes, until eggs are browned and puffy. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 223 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 223kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 253mg | 84% |
| Sodium | 457mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 208mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 895IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 20.6mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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