Basic Omelet

11g protein · 7 min · 228 kcal

Basic Omelet

This omelet dish makes for an easy dinner recipe and a great way to use leftovers.

7 min1 serving228 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 tbsp butter
  • 2 egg (beaten)
  • 2 tsp water
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • fillings for omelets (, such as sauteed mushrooms, shredded cheese, diced ham)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a nonstick skillet. Melt butter in the bottom of the pan.

  2. 2

    In a small dish combine the eggs and water. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Pour the egg mixture into the hot pan, tilting to cover the entire pan. As the eggs begin to set, cover the pan and allow the eggs to steam cooked on top, about 2 to 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cover half the omelet with preferred filling. Fold the blank half over the filled half.

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