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classic denver omelette

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

This Classic Denver Omelette brings it all together with sweet bell peppers, onions, smoked ham and gooey melted cheddar cheese.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For classic denver omelette

  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1/4 c
    onion finely chopped
  • 1/2
    red pepper finely diced
  • 1/2
    green pepper finely diced
  • 5
    slices lean ham chopped (about 4 ounces)
  • 4
    whole large eggs
  • 4
    egg whites
  • 2 Tbsp
    cool water
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/2 c
    shredded white cheddar cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make classic denver omelette

  • 1
    Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Add onion and peppers. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables start browning on edges. Add ham and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and keep warm.
  • 2
    Whisk eggs, egg whites and water,
  • 3
    Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in 8 inch non stick skillet over medium low heat. Add half the egg mixture to pan. Cover the pan and cook until the eggs set approximately 2-3 minutes. Add 1/4 cup cheese, turn off the burner and allow the cheese to melt. Add half the veggies and fold the omelette closed bringing one side over the other.
  • 4
    Repeat procedure with the rest of the egg mixture, cheese and veggies.
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