Denver omelet with ham (Printable version)

Fluffy omelet loaded with ham, bell peppers, onions, and melted cheddar cheese.

# Needed ingredients:

→ Egg mixture

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
03 - Salt, to taste
04 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Filling

05 - 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
06 - 1/3 cup diced green bell pepper
07 - 1/3 cup diced red bell pepper
08 - 1/3 cup diced yellow onion
09 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
10 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

# How to make it:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
02 - Heat unsalted butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add diced ham, green and red bell peppers, and yellow onion. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables soften and ham is warmed through.
03 - Pour the beaten eggs evenly over the cooked ham and vegetables. Allow to cook undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes until the edges start to set.
04 - Carefully lift the edges with a spatula, tilting the pan so the uncooked egg flows underneath. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until mostly set but still slightly moist on top.
05 - Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over one half of the omelet.
06 - Fold the omelet in half over the cheese. Cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts and eggs are fully cooked.
07 - Slide the omelet onto a serving plate and serve immediately.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings when you still want something substantial.
  • The combination of ham, peppers, and cheese creates a flavor profile that feels indulgent without being complicated.
  • You can prep all the ingredients the night before, turning breakfast into pure cooking joy with zero stress.
02 -
  • Medium heat is your friend here—a skillet that's too hot will brown the outside before the inside cooks through, while too low will make everything rubbery.
  • The omelet continues cooking slightly even after you slide it onto the plate, so aim for that slight jiggle in the very center rather than cooking it completely through.
03 -
  • Keep your nonstick skillet over medium heat—not medium-high—and use a silicone or plastic spatula that won't scratch the surface, which preserves the pan's longevity for years of omelets to come.
  • Dice all your ingredients before you start cooking, because once that butter hits the pan, everything moves quickly and there's no time to hunt for a knife or cutting board.
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