Monterey Turkey Omelet Recipe

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Our home economists use deli turkey, onion, garlic and green pepper to give a tasteful twist to a sunrise staple. The cheese-topped omelet looks special enough for company but leaves brunch hosts plenty of time to relax.

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Monterey Turkey Omelet Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 2-3 Servings

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Ingredients

4 ounces thinly sliced deli smoked turkey, chopped
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup diced green pepper
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons butter, divided
6 eggs
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion, green pepper and garlic in 2 tablespoons butter until vegetables are tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter.
In a bowl, beat the eggs and water. Pour into skillet; cook over medium heat. As eggs set, lift the edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath. When eggs are nearly set, spoon turkey mixture over half of the omelet. Fold omelet over filling. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Yield: 2-3 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 367 calories, 28 g fat (14 g saturated fat), 487 mg cholesterol, 700 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 24 g protein.

Originally published as Monterey Turkey Omelet in Quick Cooking January/February 2005, p53