Smoky, spicy, and packed with melted Monterey Jack cheese, this hearty omelet brings bold Louisiana flavor straight to your breakfast table. You'll start by browning sliced andouille sausage with a classic mix of onions, bell peppers, and celery until deeply caramelized. A dash of Creole seasoning ties the savory filling together before it's folded inside a fluffy, golden egg blanket. It's a fantastic way to kick off a lazy weekend morning or switch up your usual dinner routine.
Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min
Servings
4
Course
Breakfast
Ingredients
5 tsp. butter, divided
1¼ cups sliced andouille sausage
2 small plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
½ medium onion, chopped
½ medium-size red bell pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. Creole seasoning, divided
12 large eggs
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1½ cups (6 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1. Melt 1 tsp. butter in a 10-inch nonstick heavy skillet over medium-high heat; add sausage, and cook, stirring occasionally, 6 to 7 minutes or until sausage is well browned. Add tomatoes, next 4 ingredients, and ½ tsp. Creole seasoning. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are tender and most of liquid has evaporated. Remove from skillet.
Instructions
1Melt 1 teaspoon of butter in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until well browned, about 6 to 7 minutes.
2Stir in the chopped tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, celery, minced garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon of Creole seasoning. Cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and wipe the skillet clean.
3In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, chopped parsley, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of Creole seasoning until fully combined. Whisking thoroughly ensures a fluffier texture without white streaks.
4Coat the skillet with cooking spray and melt 1 teaspoon of butter over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom evenly. Pour in one-quarter of the beaten egg mixture.
5As the eggs begin to set, use a spatula to gently lift the edges. Tilt the pan to let the raw egg run underneath, cooking for about 1 minute until mostly firm. This technique builds layers and prevents the bottom from overcooking.
6Place a lid on the skillet and cook undisturbed for 1 more minute. Remove the lid and spoon one-quarter of the cooked sausage mixture onto one half of the eggs. Top with one-quarter of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, then fold the other half of the omelet over the filling.
7Slide the finished omelet onto a plate and cover it loosely with foil to keep warm. Repeat the cooking process three more times with the remaining butter, egg mixture, sausage filling, and cheese.
Notes
Serving: Pair this hearty omelet with your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick.
Prep: Chop all your vegetables and slice the sausage before you start cooking. The omelet-making process moves fast once the eggs hit the pan.
Swap: If you can't find andouille, smoked sausage or chorizo makes a great substitute.
Storage: Keep leftover filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It's great scrambled into eggs the next morning.