Farmhouse Omelets

Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Farmhouse Omelets
25 min.
2
717kcal

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This farmhouse omelet recipe is a delicious and hearty breakfast option that's perfect for a weekend brunch or a special morning meal. With a combination of savory ingredients like bacon, ham, mushrooms, and bell peppers, this omelet is sure to satisfy your taste buds and keep you full until lunch. The addition of shredded cheddar cheese adds a creamy texture and a sharp flavor that ties all the ingredients together. This recipe is also gluten-free, making it accessible to those with dietary restrictions.

What sets this omelet apart is the combination of spices and hot sauce, which gives it a nice kick. The preparation method ensures that the omelet is cooked to perfection, with a fluffy texture and a golden-brown exterior. The cooking process is straightforward and can be easily adjusted to your liking, whether you prefer your omelet well-done or slightly runny in the middle.

This farmhouse omelet is a great way to start your day, providing a good balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates to fuel your morning activities. It's a classic breakfast dish that never goes out of style and is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it with a side of fresh fruit or roasted potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  •  bacon diced
  • teaspoons butter divided
  • 0.5 cup finely-chopped ham divided cubed fully cooked
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup mushrooms fresh divided thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup mushrooms fresh divided thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup bell pepper green divided chopped
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • Dash hot sauce hot
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded divided
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
  2. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels.
  3. Drain, reserving 2 teaspoons drippings. In drippings, saute onion until tender; set aside.
  4. In a bowl, beat the eggs, water, salt if desired, pepper and pepper sauce. Melt 1-1/2 teaspoons butter in a 10-in. nonstick skillet over medium heat; add half of the egg mixture. As the eggs set, lift edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath.
  5. When eggs are set, sprinkle half of the bacon, onion, ham, mushrooms, green pepper and cheese on one side; fold over. Cover and let stand for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Repeat with remaining ingredients for second omelet.

Nutrition Facts

Calories717kcal
Protein23.53%
Fat72.83%
Carbs3.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
105
Glycemic Load
1.03
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
28.207826293033%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.88mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:716.76kcal
35.84%
Fat:57.67g
88.72%
Saturated Fat:25.24g
157.73%
Carbohydrates:6.5g
2.17%
Net Carbohydrates:5.57g
2.02%
Sugar:2.45g
2.72%
Cholesterol:613.53mg
204.51%
Sodium:1519.01mg
66.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:41.92g
83.83%
Selenium:73.42µg
104.89%
Phosphorus:699.06mg
69.91%
Vitamin B2:1.07mg
62.71%
Calcium:488.62mg
48.86%
Vitamin B12:2.42µg
40.27%
Zinc:5.13mg
34.17%
Vitamin B5:3.16mg
31.61%
Vitamin A:1554.71IU
31.09%
Vitamin C:23.58mg
28.58%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
27.21%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.35%
Vitamin D:3.2µg
21.36%
Folate:84.79µg
21.2%
Vitamin B3:3.89mg
19.43%
Iron:3.06mg
17.02%
Potassium:534.03mg
15.26%
Vitamin E:2.25mg
15.01%
Copper:0.26mg
13.2%
Magnesium:48.83mg
12.21%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.86%
Vitamin K:3.95µg
3.76%
Fiber:0.93g
3.71%