Cheesy Omelette
Quick, comforting, and packed with protein, this cheesy omelet is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal any time of day.
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp milk, optional
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped green onions or parsley, optional
Method:
Start Cooking- Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
- Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, letting it coat the pan evenly.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet. Let them sit for a few seconds, then gently push the edges toward the center with a spatula so the uncooked eggs flow underneath.
- When the eggs are mostly set but still slightly soft on top, sprinkle the shredded cheese and green onions or parsley over one half of the omelet.
- Fold the omelet in half and cook for another 30–60 seconds until the cheese melts and the eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Slide onto a plate and enjoy warm. Bon appétit.
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Notes:
From the kitchen
- Cook omelets over medium-low heat to keep the eggs soft and tender.
- A non-stick pan makes folding much easier.
- If the omelet looks slightly soft in the center, that’s ideal; it will continue cooking briefly after leaving the pan.
- A small amount of milk can make the eggs slightly softer and more tender. It’s optional. Many classic omelets use only eggs, but adding about 1 tablespoon of milk can create a lighter texture.
- Both omelettes and scrambled eggs start with beaten eggs, but the cooking method is different. Scrambled eggs are stirred gently as they cook, creating soft curds. Omelettes are cooked mostly undisturbed in a flat layer and then folded over fillings like cheese, vegetables, or herbs.
- If you enjoy eggs for breakfast, you may also like this scrambled egg recipe.
- Mediterranean style: add feta cheese, tomatoes, and olives.
- Veggie omelette: sauté mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers before adding the eggs.
- Sausage & cheese: add cooked sausage or breakfast sausage.
- Herb omelette: mix fresh parsley, dill, or chives into the eggs before cooking.
- Serve the cheesy omelet with toasted bread, olives, fresh avocado slices, or a light side salad.
- It also pairs nicely with roasted potatoes or seasonal fruit for a balanced breakfast or brunch.
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Nutrition:
Calories: 384 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 24 g | Fat: 31 g | Saturated Fat: 15 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 545 mg | Sodium: 460 mg | Potassium: 246 mg | Fiber: 0.2 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 1336 IU | Vitamin C: 1 mg | Calcium: 241 mg | Iron: 3 mg
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Eggs
WHY WE LOVE IT
They’re quick, warm, and deeply nourishing.
A LITTLE STORY
Across cultures, eggs symbolized life, renewal, and nourishment. They were never a luxury food. They were the food people depended on.
DID YOU KNOW?
Eggs are one of the few foods that contain all nine essential amino acids, making them a complete protein.