Make the perfect omelet every time with this tried and true technique. Add fillings as desired such as chopped ham, sauteed veggies, and cheese.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Omelets And Frittatas

Omelets exist in many cultures in some form or another. They are quick to make and can be filled with a variety of meats, cheeses, and vegetables. Omelets are also often served rolled, folded, or open face. Great for breakfast, brunch or even dinner.
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No-Fail Fluffy Omelette
Tomato Cheese Frittata
The secret to this frittata is the fresh, diced tomatoes.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Moosewood Restaurant's Simple Frittata
A good frittata is one of the best recipes to have in your repertoire. One minute it looks like you've got nothing for lunch, the next minute you've thrown...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Spinach Tomato Frittata
This recipe makes a good breakfast or side dish. It's made with eggs, Parmesan, fresh spinach, and cherry tomatoes.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Deep Dish Frittata
If you love cooking omelets for yourself but hate slaving over them for a crowd, let this frittata into your life. It's chock full of veggies and prosciutto for some high quality...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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Amaretto Omelet
A simple omelet is filled with an amaretto-cream cheese mixture and then topped with amaretto-soaked strawberries.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Canadian Bacon Frittata
Cooked Canadian bacon is mixed with eggs and Parmesan cheese in a skillet and put under the broiler until perfectly done.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Broccoli Omelet
Get your dose of veggies along with protein for breakfast. Sauteed broccoli mixed with eggs and cottage cheese and oven-baked for a tasty new take on omelets.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low-Fat Vegetable Frittata
A healthy frittata! It's made with a combination of whole eggs plus additional egg whites and is loaded with onion, bell pepper, and zucchini and topped with feta cheese...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Leftover Frittata
Isn't it funny how the thrown together, leftover meals sometimes turn into the best ones? A baked frittata is one of the best ways to use up whatever ingredients you've got.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Omelette au Rhum
Elevate your omelette! A simple 2-egg omelette gets a caramelized sugar glaze and is topped with a flambeed rum sauce before serving.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Classic Denver Omelet
Also known as a Western omelet, this breakfast dish is made from eggs, ham, bell pepper, and onion. This version has the filling cooked right into the egg instead of the more...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Oven Denver Omelet Casserole
A baked version of the classic Denver omelet made with eggs, cheese, ham, bell pepper, and onion.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Broccoli And Cheese Omelette
Made with steamed broccoli, butter or margarine, eggs, provolone cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Mashed Potato Omelet
This oven-baked omelet is made with minced bell peppers, onion, mushrooms, eggs, mashed potatoes and Parmesan cheese.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Quick Shiitake Mushroom Omelet
Much more of a meal than your standard omelet. Butter-sauteed onions and mushrooms mixed with cottage cheese forms a filling, creamy inside for the folded eggs. Fantastic...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Hawaiian Omelette
This omelette has a filling made with pineapple, ham, and Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Mama's Frittata
Mama sure knows how to whip up a frittata. This pan of eggs and potato is actually pretty similar to a Spanish omelette, so maybe it's more like la frittata de Mama.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pepperoni Omelet
It's like having pizza for breakfast! This omelet is loaded up with pepperoni, mozzarella, and tomato.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Smoked Salmon Omelette
Serve this tasty omelette for breakfast and your family will wonder what the special occasion is.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Simple Salmon Frittata
If you think preparing a restaurant-worthy dish is daunting, think again. Allow this salmon frittata to impress you with its finesse and simplicity.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Mediterranean Vegetable Frittata
Tough to go wrong with a frittata. You can fill it up with all manner of tasty stuff, like the Mediterranean medley of zucchini, mushrooms, and artichoke hearts in this...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Oven-Baked Onion And Cheese Frittata
This breakfast dish changes things up a bit by baking the frittata casserole-style.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Gourmet Greek Omelet
Some simple Greek flavors take your breakfast from "ok" to "opa!" The tender omelet is filled with spinach, feta cheese, and herbs.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Spinach Florentine Omelet
This delicious omelet is packed with spinach, tomato, and three kinds of cheese. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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