Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCharlie’s Eatery & PubBacon & American Cheese Omelet Recipe

Bacon & American Cheese Omelet Recipe

Time20m
Serves1

Four egg, diced bacon, American cheese

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Cooking Essentials

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and let it drain on a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Whisk the Eggs

    In a bowl, crack the 4 eggs and whisk them together until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cooking the Omelet

  1. 3

    Heat the Skillet

    In the same skillet used for bacon, add 1 tablespoon of butter and heat over medium heat until melted and bubbling.

  2. 4

    Cook the Eggs

    Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet, tilting the pan to ensure even coverage. Let the eggs cook undisturbed for about 1-2 minutes until they start to set.

  3. 5

    Add Bacon and Cheese

    Once the eggs are partially set, sprinkle the crispy bacon evenly over one half of the omelet. Place the 2 slices of American cheese on top of the bacon.

  4. 6

    Fold the Omelet

    Using a spatula, gently fold the other half of the omelet over the bacon and cheese. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the eggs are fully cooked.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Omelet

    Carefully slide the omelet onto a plate and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with additional black pepper or herbs of your choice.

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