French Omelet (Food Network Kitchens) Recipe

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Ingredients:

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • omelet filling suggestions, optional, follow

Directions:

  1. Combine the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl and mix very well with a fork or a whisk.
  2. Set a plate by the stove. Heat a small (about 6 inches) seasoned omelet pan or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is warm, add the butter (it should sizzle gently). Swirl the pan to distribute the butter as it melts. When the butter stops sizzling and the foam subsides add the eggs. Pause to let the eggs heat slightly and then stir vigorously, with a heatproof spatula, making sure you include the sides of the egg mixture occasionally so the omelet cooks evenly. Once the eggs are just set, bang the pan gently on the burner to release the omelet from the pan. Check to see that it is not sticking to the sides or bottom of the pan, if so release the omelet with a heat proof spatula. Hold the pan at a 45-degree angle to the stove and carefully fold the omelet like a business letter. Cook just until the desired degree of doneness lifting the pan or reducing the heat to prevent browning. (A classic omelet doesn't have any browning on it.) Transfer to a warm plate and serve.
  3. Omelet Filling Suggestions: There are many omelet fillings, both raw and cooked, sweet and savory. Here is a starting point, but feel free to improvise. Once the eggs are set add any of these ingredients before folding. An alternative method, to use with delicate fillings, like creme fraiche and herbs, fresh fruits or caviar; is it to roll the omelet and then slice the top open, as you would a baked potato, and then fill it.
  4. - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs, like Italian parsley, basil, dill, tarragon, chives, thyme, and chervil. Use the herbs alone or in combination, like the classic combination fine herbs (equal parts parsley, chervil, chives and tarragon.) Brush the finished omelet with butter and sprinkle with additional herbs. Herbs can also be added to the omelet mixture to flavor the eggs more fully. - 2 to 3 tablespoons cooked vegetables like, chopped asparagus, spinach or other greens, zucchini, mushrooms, eggplant or peppers - 2 tablespoons diced fresh tomato or avocado - 2 tablespoons grated cheese, like Gruyere, Goat cheese, Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Gouda, Feta - 1 tablespoon currant jelly, then dust omelet with confectioner's sugar - 2 tablespoons chopped proscuitto or other ham, crumbled cooked bacon or other cured meat - 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped smoked salmon or trout, with a tablespoon sour cream, cream cheese or creme fraiche - 1 tablespoon honey with 1 tablespoon ricotta cheese - 2 to 3 tablespoons sliced apples, pears or strawberries, alone or with a complimentary cheese
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 255.24 Kcal (1069 kJ)
Calories from fat 193.52 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.5g 33%
Cholesterol 403.14mg 134%
Sodium 264.16mg 11%
Potassium 189.23mg 4%
Total Carbs 2.53g 1%
Sugars 1.53g 6%
Protein 14.06g 28%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%
Calcium 96.8mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 175.9 Kcal (736 kJ)
Calories from fat 133.37 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.82g 33%
Cholesterol 277.83mg 134%
Sodium 182.05mg 11%
Potassium 130.41mg 4%
Total Carbs 1.75g 1%
Sugars 1.06g 6%
Protein 9.69g 28%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 1.4mg 11%
Calcium 66.7mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.9
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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