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Omelet with Cheddar

A variation of the classic omelet enriched in taste and texture with the fragrance of Cheddar cheese. Play with ingredients and make as many variations as you like!
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Course Brunch, Omelets
Cuisine Continental
Servings 4 servings
Calories 1643.55 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 eggs, separated
  • 1 1/2 floz water
  • 1/2 cup(s) mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoon(s) butter
  • 1 cup(s) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 dash(es) salt
  • 1 dash(es) pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Beat egg whites only until soft peaks form.
  • In a separate bowl, beat egg-yolks, mayonnaise and water.
  • Gently fold yolk mixture into whites.
  • In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter and pour in egg mixture.
  • Cook over low heat without stirring for 10 minutes or until egg mixture has become lightly browned on bottom but still remains moist on top.
  • Bake in preheated 350 degrees oven for 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and bake 1 to 2 minutes more, or until cheese melts.
  • Remove from oven.
  • Loosen edges from side of pan and make a shallow cut through the center so that omelet will fold more easily.
  • Fold omelet in half and serve.
  • Suggested Variation: Stir chopped mushrooms and/or cooked ham into the egg mixture.
  • Sprinkle with paprika or chives before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 1643.55kcalCarbohydrates: 5.98gProtein: 51.43gFat: 158.1gSaturated Fat: 52.98gCholesterol: 861.98mgSodium: 2007.59mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 1.29g
Keyword Butter, Eggs
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