Denver Omelet Ham Cheese (Printable View)

Savory Denver omelet featuring ham, colorful bell peppers, onions, and melted cheddar cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ Egg mixture

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
03 - Salt, to taste
04 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Filling

05 - 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
06 - 1/3 cup diced green bell pepper
07 - 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
08 - 1/3 cup diced yellow onion
09 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
10 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

# How To Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
02 - Heat unsalted butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add diced ham, green and red bell peppers, and yellow onion. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables soften and ham is heated through.
03 - Evenly pour the egg mixture over the sautéed filling in the skillet. Let it cook undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges begin to set.
04 - Gently lift the edges of the omelet with a spatula, allowing uncooked egg to flow underneath. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until mostly set but slightly moist on top.
05 - Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over one half of the omelet surface.
06 - Fold the omelet in half over the cheese. Cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts and eggs are fully cooked.
07 - Slide the omelet carefully onto a plate and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than you'd think, making it perfect for when you're hungry but don't want to fuss.
  • The combination of ham, peppers, and cheese creates a flavor that's way more interesting than it sounds on paper.
02 -
  • Medium heat is non-negotiable; too high and your bottom burns before the top cooks, too low and you end up with a rubbery pancake.
  • The uncooked egg on top isn't a problem—it keeps cooking after you fold and plate it, so don't wait for it to be completely set.
03 -
  • Prep all your ingredients before you start cooking; once you're in the skillet, there's no time to chop peppers and look good doing it.
  • A truly nonstick skillet makes this foolproof, so invest in one good pan if you're serious about omelets.
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