Global recipe

Classic Omelet

A fluffy buttery omelet is a recipe everyone should know. The key is low-ish heat so the omelet doesn't burn on the underside before the top sets. A touch of cream makes the texture more luxurious and velvety, but milk is a perfectly adequate substitute.

Prep5 mins
Cook10 mins
Serves1
Difficultymedium
Classic Omelet, a Global dish

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp (15 g) butter
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp cream (or 1 1/2 tbsp milk)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/3 cup grated cheese (any melting cheese, usually cheddar)
  • 1 tbsp (15 g) butter or olive oil (for mushroom filling, optional)
  • 150 g (5 oz) mushrooms, sliced (about 1 1/2 cups, optional)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Pinch of fresh thyme leaves and finely chopped parsley (optional)

Method

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Nutrition per serving

Calories
480
Protein
27 g
Carbs
3 g
Fat
39 g

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