Country Omelette Recipe
Ham, Turkey, Piquillo Pepper, Cheddar, Black Pepper Mornay
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Black Pepper Mornay Sauce
Method
Preparing the Ingredients
- 1
Dice the Meats and Peppers
Finely dice the ham, turkey, and piquillo peppers and set aside for use in the omelette.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese
Shred the cheddar cheese if not already shredded, and set aside.
Making the Black Pepper Mornay Sauce
- 3
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it is bubbling.
- 4
Make the Roux
Add the all-purpose flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
- 5
Add the Milk
Gradually pour in the milk while continuing to whisk to prevent lumps from forming. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Stir in the black pepper and salt, then add the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cooking the Omelette
- 7
- 8
Cook the Omelette
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add a small amount of butter or oil. Once hot, pour in the whisked eggs and swirl to spread evenly.
- 9
Add the Fillings
Once the eggs begin to set, add the diced ham, turkey, piquillo peppers, and shredded cheddar cheese to one half of the omelette.
- 10
Fold and Finish Cooking
Carefully fold the other half of the omelette over the fillings and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the omelette is cooked through.
- 11
Serve with Mornay Sauce
Slide the omelette onto a plate and drizzle the warm black pepper mornay sauce over the top before serving.