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Denver Omelet
A classic Denver omelet is a hearty breakfast staple packed with savory diced ham, sweet bell peppers, and tender onions. This satisfying dish comes together quickly in a skillet, making it a perfect choice for a filling weekend brunch or a protein-rich weekday morning meal. The combination of fluffy eggs and lightly caramelized vegetables creates a comforting texture with plenty of savory flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 1 red pepper, chopped
- 1 piece cooked ham (4 ounces), finely chopped (1 cup)
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 teaspoons butter or margarine
Instructions
- 1Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green pepper, and red pepper, cooking and stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes until the vegetables soften. Stir in the chopped ham and cook until warmed through.
- 2Whisk the eggs, water, and salt together in a medium bowl until well combined.
- 3Melt one teaspoon of butter in a separate 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour a half cup of the beaten egg mixture into the hot pan.
- 4Cook the eggs for about one minute. Use a heat-safe rubber spatula to gently lift the edges, tilting the pan so the uncooked egg runs underneath and sets.
- 5Spoon a quarter of the ham and pepper filling onto one half of the cooked eggs. Fold the empty half over the filling and carefully slide the finished omelet onto a warm plate. Repeat this process with the remaining butter, eggs, and filling.
- 6Transfer the finished omelets to a 200°F oven to keep them warm while preparing the remaining batches.