MEDITERRANEAN BROCCOLI & CHEESE OMELET

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My Italian mother-in-law taught me to make this omelet years ago-she would make it for breakfast, lunch or dinner and eat it on Italian bread. This is one of my favorite ways to use up leftover broccoli. -Mary Licata, Pembroke Pines, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
6 large eggs
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup grated Romano cheese
1/3 cup sliced pitted Greek olives
1 tablespoon olive oil
Shaved Romano cheese and minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place broccoli in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer; steam, covered, 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Stir in cooked broccoli, grated cheese and olives. In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat; pour in egg mixture. Cook, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until eggs are nearly set., Broil 3-4 in. from heat 2-4 minutes or until eggs are completely set. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into wedges. Sprinkle with shaved cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 290mg cholesterol, Sodium 775mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Rukshana Rukshana
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This omelet was a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Andres Romero
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This omelet was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it.


Nasir Just
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This omelet was delicious! The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. I loved the addition of the Mediterranean spices, which gave the omelet a unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


SP MAZHAR
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This omelet was a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it.


Simon Mwithiga
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Yum! This omelet was so good! The broccoli and cheese were cooked perfectly, and the eggs were fluffy. I loved the addition of the Mediterranean spices, which gave the omelet a unique and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Jalill Searles
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This omelet was a delightful surprise! I was looking for a quick and easy meal, and this fit the bill perfectly. The combination of broccoli, cheese, and eggs was delicious, and the Mediterranean spices added a nice touch of flavor. I'll definitely b