Omelet with Cheese (Printable version)

Fluffy French omelet filled with melted cheese, ready in 15 minutes. Customize with vegetables or ham.

# Ingredients list:

→ 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 (omit for vegetarian)
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

# Steps:

01 - Crack eggs into mixing bowl. Add milk or cream, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously until fully blended and slightly frothy.
02 - Melt butter in nonstick skillet over medium heat until bubbly but not browned. Swirl to coat bottom evenly.
03 - Pour egg mixture into skillet, tilting pan to spread evenly. Let cook undisturbed for 1 minute until edges begin to set.
04 - Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over surface. Add desired optional fillings (ham, vegetables) if using.
05 - Gently lift edges with spatula, allowing uncooked egg to flow underneath. Cook 1-2 minutes longer until nearly set but still creamy on top.
06 - Fold omelet in half and cook 30 seconds more. Slide onto plate, garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The texture is like eating a cloud if you get the technique right
  • It comes together in minutes but feels like something from a French bistro
02 -
  • Low and slow is better than high heat for that creamy interior
  • Overfilling guarantees a tear in the middle when you fold
03 -
  • Have your plate ready before you start cooking because omelets wait for no one
  • A good nonstick pan is worth every penny for this recipe specifically
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