LAYERED SPRING OMELET

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This omelet serves a crowd and makes a perfect Easter brunch entree.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ripe tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
21 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup grated Vermont cheddar cheese
3/4 cup grated Gruyere cheese
2/3 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, torn in half
8 ounces spinach, leaves picked and torn in half
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 small leek, julienned, for garnish
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add tomatoes, and simmer until almost all the liquid has evaporated, about 25 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer tomatoes to a stainless-steel colander, and drain any excess liquid. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine eggs, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Lightly beat mixture with a fork.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 10-inch heat-proof, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour one-third of the egg mixture, about 1 1/2 cups, into skillet. Using a rubber spatula, stir eggs until they just begin to set, about 1 minute. Sprinkle both cheeses on top. Using spatula, gently pull sides of omelet toward center so any uncooked liquid runs underneath. Cook until eggs have almost completely set, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer the skillet to oven, and bake until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove skillet from oven. Place a baking sheet on top of skillet, and invert skillet onto baking sheet, releasing the omelet layer; hold both baking sheet and skillet firmly so omelet doesn't slide. Set aside in a warm place.
  • Carefully wipe out the hot skillet with a paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon butter, and melt over medium-high heat. Pour another third of the egg mixture into the skillet, and stir with the rubber spatula until the eggs just begin to set, about 1 minute. Add half of the reserved cooked tomatoes to the eggs. Using the spatula, gently pull sides of the omelet toward the center so any uncooked liquid runs underneath. When the eggs have almost completely set, spread the remaining tomatoes on top.
  • Transfer skillet to oven, and bake until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from oven, and place another baking sheet on top of skillet; carefully invert skillet to release second layer. Carefully slide on top of the first one, and set the two aside in a warm place.
  • Wipe out the hot skillet with a paper towel. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter, and melt over medium-high heat. Pour the remaining third of the egg mixture into the skillet, and stir with the rubber spatula until the eggs just begin to set, about 1 minute. Add half of the spinach and thyme; incorporate into the eggs. Using the spatula, gently pull sides of the omelet toward the center so any uncooked liquid runs underneath. When the eggs have almost completely set, spread remaining spinach and thyme on top.
  • Transfer skillet to the oven, and bake until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Invert the third layer onto a baking sheet, and slide on top of the other two layers.
  • Transfer the three-layer omelet to a serving platter, and garnish with leeks and chives. Serve warm.

Md Raji khan
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I would definitely make this omelet again. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Tamara Mutuku
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This omelet was just what I needed for a quick and easy breakfast. It was simple to make and very tasty.


Altaf hussan
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I'm not a big fan of omelets, but this one was actually pretty good. The vegetables added a nice flavor and texture.


Shihab vai
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This omelet was a great way to start my day! It was filling and flavorful, and I loved the combination of vegetables and cheese.


Jillian Miller
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Overall, this was a good recipe and I would recommend it to others. With a few minor adjustments, it could be even better!


Ajwa Batool
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The omelet was a bit too oily for me. I think I'll use less butter next time.


Inganam Mxi
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This omelet was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more salt and pepper next time.


Xolani Moyo
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I added some chopped ham to my omelet and it was a great addition. This recipe is very versatile and can be customized to your liking.


Aiman Khalid
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This was my first time making an omelet and it was surprisingly easy! The instructions were clear and the result was a delicious and fluffy omelet.


Amukelani Nkuna
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I've made this omelet several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Muhammad sohail Sohail
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Easy to make and so delicious! My family loved this omelet. It's definitely going into my regular breakfast rotation.


Mcr Mcr
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The omelet was fluffy and cooked evenly. Loved the combination of asparagus, peas, and cheese.


manoalone manoalone
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This spring omelet was a delightful burst of flavors and textures! The asparagus and peas added a vibrant crunch, while the melted cheese brought it all together. It was a perfect light meal for a busy weeknight.