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How to Make an Omelette
Below is a step-by-step guide for making the perfect 2-egg omelette.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 1 omelette
Calories: 477 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk or water, optional
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- toppings as desired
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, a splash of milk, and a pinch of salt & pepper. Ensure the yolks are completely incorporated. Set aside.
- In a 6-inch skillet on medium-low heat, melt the butter. Pour in the egg mixture and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Use a spatula to gently lift the edges of the omelette and move the cooked parts away from the edges, tilting the pan to allow the uncooked egg to flow underneath. Repeat until the eggs are nearly set, forming an even layer.
- Once the eggs are almost set, sprinkle with ½ cup cheddar cheese and any other toppings. Cover the skillet, and cook for about 3 minutes until the top sets and cheese melts.
- Fold the omelette in half and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Whisk the eggs so they are an even pale yellow color, you should see no bits of yolk or white.
- Lower heat ensures a soft, evenly cooked omelette without browning.
- Have all your toppings prepared (and pre-cooked) beforehand for easy and quick addition.
- A non-stick skillet is ideal for easy flipping and serving.
- If you'd like a 3-egg omelette, increase the cooking time as needed.
- Perfecting a perfect omelette takes practice.
Nutrition Information
Calories
477
(24%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
27g
(54%)
Fat
40g
(62%)
Saturated Fat
22g
(110%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
462mg
(154%)
Sodium
599mg
(25%)
Potassium
219mg
(6%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1485IU
(30%)
Calcium
485mg
(49%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1omelette
Amount Per Serving
Calories 477
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 477 | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 462mg | 154% |
| Sodium | 599mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 219mg | 5% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1485IU | 30% |
| Calcium | 485mg | 49% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.