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german omelet (bauernfruhstuck)

(6 ratings)
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Recipe by
Lynette !
@breezermom
Gulf Breeze, FL

This is a traditional German breakfast. The name means German farmer's breakfast. I think it works well for breakfast or dinner!

(6 ratings)
yield 4 -6
prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For german omelet (bauernfruhstuck)

  • 1/4 c
    butter
  • 2 c
    baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 c
    onion, finely chopped
  • 1 c
    cooked ham, cubed (may substitute bacon)
  • 1/4 c
    fresh parsley, chopped
  • 6
    eggs
  • 3/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1 dash
    black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    half-and-half
  • 1/2 c
    monterey jack cheese, shredded (2 ounces)

How To Make german omelet (bauernfruhstuck)

  • 1
    Melt the butter in a 10 inch skillet; add potato and onion. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and golden brown. Add ham (or bacon), and cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Sprinkle with parsley.
  • 2
    Combine eggs, salt, pepper, and half-and-half in a large bowl, beating with a wire whisk until blended. Pour the egg mixture over the potato mixture. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes or until almost set.
  • 3
    Gently lift the edges of the omelet with a spatula, and tilt pan so that the uncooked portion flows underneath. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and cook until cheese melts. To serve, cut omelet into wedges.
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