The Denver Omelet
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Dinner ๐Ÿ”ฅ Medium

The Denver Omelet

This Denver omelet is Chef John's version of beaten eggs firmly cooked and filled with green bell pepper, smoked ham, onions, and Cheddar cheese.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Beat eggs in a small bowl until just combined; do not overbeat.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ham, onion, and bell pepper; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until onions soften and ham begins to caramelize, about 5 minutes.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in eggs. Mix briefly with a spatula while shaking the pan to ensure ingredients are evenly distributed.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Quickly run the spatula along edges of omelet.'}

  6. 6

    {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Sprinkle Cheddar cheese and cayenne pepper over omelet.'}

  7. 7

    {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until top is still wet but not runny, about 5 minutes. Use a spatula to fold omelet in half and transfer it to a plate.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 servings total)

527
Calories
34 g
Protein
9 g
Carbs
39 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
851 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/263567/the-denver-omelet/
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