Omelet with Cheese (Print-Friendly)

A classic fluffy omelet filled with melted cheese, ready in 15 minutes

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs and Dairy

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons milk or cream
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
04 - 3 oz grated cheese (Gruyère, Cheddar, or Emmental)

→ Optional Fillings

05 - 1.75 oz cooked ham, diced
06 - 1.5 oz diced bell pepper
07 - 1 oz chopped fresh spinach
08 - 0.7 oz sliced mushrooms

→ Seasonings

09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste
11 - Fresh herbs (chives or parsley), finely chopped

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add milk or cream, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fully combined and slightly frothy.
02 - Heat the butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until melted and bubbling but not browned.
03 - Pour the egg mixture into the skillet, tilting to spread evenly. Let cook undisturbed for 1 minute until the edges just begin to set.
04 - Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly over the eggs. Add desired optional fillings such as ham, bell pepper, spinach, or mushrooms.
05 - Using a spatula, gently lift the edges, allowing uncooked egg to flow underneath. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until nearly set but still slightly creamy on top.
06 - Fold the omelet in half and cook for 30 seconds more. Slide onto a plate and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The texture is impossibly silky, like something you would order at a fancy brunch spot
  • It comes together in under fifteen minutes but feels like a weekend treat
  • The filling possibilities are endless, so you never get bored
02 -
  • A nonstick pan is nonnegotiable for achieving that restaurant quality fold
  • Taking the eggs off while they still look slightly wet prevents rubbery texture
  • Room temperature eggs cook more evenly than cold ones straight from the fridge
03 -
  • Whisking the eggs until slightly frothy incorporates air for maximum fluffiness
  • Grating your own cheese melts better than pre shredded bags
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