When it comes to breakfast, brunch, or even lunch, the chive omelette with gruyere and Canadian bacon is a delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Combining the delicate flavor of chives, the nutty and salty notes of gruyere cheese, and the savory smokiness of Canadian bacon, this omelette is a culinary masterpiece. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, it's sure to be a hit among your friends and family. Let's dive into the world of flavors and discover the best recipe for cooking this delightful dish.
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CHIVE & GRUYèRE OMELET
Provided by Kay Baumhefner
Categories Breakfast/brunch
Yield Yields 1 omelet.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Canadian bacon and cook, stirring, until browned; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, salt, pepper, and one Tbs. of chives until the yolks and whites are well combined but not foamy. In an 8-inch heavy-duty nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil and then add-the butter. Swirl to coat the pan,
- When the butter melts, pour the eggs into the pan. With a heatproof spatula, scramble the eggs using small, circular scribbling motions until soft curds start to form, 30 to 50 seconds.
- As the mixture firms, spread it over the bottom of the pan; swipe the sides as needed. Stop working the curds to let the omelet begin to firm and let it sit about 30 seconds. (If you like your eggs well done, let it go a bit longer.)
- Scatter the cheese evenly, leaving a scant margin around the omelet's edge. Add the other filling ingredients and use your spatula to gently press them into the curds to incorporate the filling into the omelet.
- With the spatula, lift one-third of the omelet and fold it over the center like a business letter.
- Tilt the pan toward the plate to slide the omelet so one-third of it hangs over the pan's edge. Invert the pan, using the spatula to help support the omelet so that it flips neatly over itself as it slides out of the pan. Garnish with the remaining chives.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize one., Calories 370 kcal, Fat 260 kcal, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 29 g, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 25 g, Cholesterol 470 mg, Sodium 830 mg, UnsaturatedFat 16 g
CHEESY CHIVE OMELET
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk eggs, water, salt and pepper. Stir in chives., In a small nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Pour in egg mixture. Mixture should set immediately at edges. As eggs set, push cooked portions toward the center, letting uncooked eggs flow underneath., When eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains, sprinkle cheese on one side; fold omelet in half. Cut omelet in half; slide onto plates.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 309mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 13g protein.
CHIVE OMELETTE WITH GRUYERE AND CANADIAN BACON
I have not tried this yet. I'm posting for the WT 06. Original recipe from Debra F. Weber and altered a little for what we like.
Provided by Nimz_
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the Canadian bacon and cook until lightly browned.
- Remove and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the water and chives, along with a couple pinches of salt and some pepper.
- Melt the butter in an 8 inch skillet over med-high heat.
- When it has stopped foaming swirl the butter to coat the bottom of the pan and pour in the egg mixture.
- Using the back of a fork and keeping it flat on the bottom of the pan, lightly scramble the eggs, using small circular motions.
- As the mixture firms, hold some eggs back from the side of the pan and tilt the pan to spread the eggs over the bottom.
- Scatter the Gruyere over the omelette, leaving a margin around the edges.
- Add the Canadian Bacon.
- Using a spatula, lift 1/3 of the omelette and fold it over the center.
- Tilt the pan toward the plate so that 1/3 of the omelette hangs over the edge.
- Invert the pan, using the spatula for support, so that it flips neatly over itself out of the pan.
- To Serve, garnish with more chopped chives if desired and serve immediately with some sliced tomatoes.
OMELET à LA CIBOULETTE
This is a chive omelette with Gruyère and Canadian bacon. It's so good and I've made it several times. My kids even like it. This only makes one serving, but it's quick and easy to make more than one. I decided to post it for Zaar World Tour 05.
Provided by Amis227
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Saute the bacon until lightly browned; set aside.
- Whisk the eggs with chives, milk and a few pinches of salt & pepper to taste. Note: You can substitute water for the milk.
- Melt the butter in an 8" skillet over medium high heat. When the butter has stopped foaming swirl it to coat the bootom of the pan and add the egg mixture. Lightly scramble the eggs using small circular motions. You may use the back of a fork, keeping it flat on the bottom of the pan. As the egg mixture firms, hold some back from the side of the pan and tilt the pan to spread the eggs over the bottom.
- Scatter the Gruyère over the omelett being sure to leave a margin around the edges and add the bacon. Lift 1/3 of the omelett and fold it over the center using a spatuala. Tilt the pan toward the plat2 so that 1/3 of the omelette hangs over the edge.
- Invert the pan, using the spatula for support so that it flips neatly over onto itself out of the pan onto the plate.
- Garnish with more chives and serve immeadiately.
Tips:
- Use fresh chives. Fresh chives have a more delicate flavor than dried chives. If you can't find fresh chives, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried chives.
- Don't overcook the eggs. The eggs should be cooked until they are just set, but not rubbery.
- Use a non-stick skillet. This will help prevent the omelette from sticking.
- Be careful when flipping the omelette. Use a spatula that is large enough to support the omelette, and flip it quickly to avoid breaking it.
- Serve the omelette immediately. The omelette is best when served hot.
Conclusion:
This chive omelette with Gruyère and Canadian bacon is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. The chives add a delicate flavor to the eggs, while the Gruyère and Canadian bacon add a rich and savory flavor. This omelette is sure to please everyone at your table.
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