Oven Denver Omelet

Name: Oven Denver Omelet
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 8 large eggs; 1/2 cup half-and-half cream; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham; 1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

I like omelets but don't always have time to stand by the stove. That's why I favor this oven-baked variety that I can quickly pop into the oven at a moment's notice. My family frequently requests this for Sunday brunch. They always empty the dish. —Ellen Bower, Taneytown, Maryland

Ingredients

8 large eggs
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped onion

Directions

In a large bowl, whisk eggs and cream. Stir in the cheese, ham, green pepper and onion. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking dish.
Bake at 400° for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Test Kitchen Tips

Green pepper is typical in a Denver omelet, but red, yellow and orange peppers are just as good, and add lots of color.

This is an American-style omelet, puffed and golden brown. If you prefer yours more tender and less brown, try baking at a lower temperature, about 325 degrees, until a thermometer reads 160 degrees and eggs are set.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 235 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 326mg cholesterol, 506mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.

Originally published as Oven Denver Omelet in Taste of Home October/November 1998

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7833louis

Feb 14, 2019

This is so easy and so versatile. You can add any vegetables, any kinds of meat, or any kind of cheese. Thanks for sharing!
sjpoor

Jan 16, 2019

This is very easy and tastes great. I used 6 eggs and 1/3 cup egg whites as that is what I had on-hand. The baking time and temperature were perfect. Served it with O'Brien hash browns last night for dinner.
Amy

Jun 2, 2018

This is great as supper too! Love this recipe!
James

May 18, 2018

Loved this one.
Karleen

Feb 15, 2018

Delious! Our family loves it!
DeliciouslyResourceful_Gina

Apr 3, 2017

Really delicious and satisfying! Also very easy. I will add this into my meal rotation. I used milk instead of half and half because that is what I had on hand and also added some salt and pepper. We had this for dinner with hashbrowns, but I will also make it for breakfast and brunch.
redhen1970

Mar 29, 2017

So simple yet satisfying. I put in pepper, onion, mushrooms, half a tomato and a shredded potato. Family is devouring it!
Hauna

Mar 27, 2017

I make this recipe at least once a month. I use a 10x10 pan so I use a dozen eggs. I always use the ham and green pepper and a can of green chilies. Sometimes I add green onions or tomatoes if I have some to use up. My husband loves it. He's retired so he sometimes has it for lunch. It's a great recipe because you can tailor it to fit what you like and don't like.
Susie77

Feb 15, 2017

The first time I made this as stated in the recipe; felt that it was kind of bland. The second time I added salt, pepper, a quarter tsp of garlic powder, a dash of red pepper flakes, a few sauteed chopped button mushrooms and a handful of baby spinach (also chopped). Perfection!
carrotface

Feb 15, 2017

Great casserole. I did leave it over night in fridge and gave it a stir next am and everything turned out A-OK. I have quite a few casseroles like this. Thanks for something new. J