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    Ham and Cheese Omelet easy meal for two

    Published: May 21, 2023 Β· Modified: Jul 6, 2024 by Audrey Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Ham and Cheese Omelets make a quick and easy meal and are a wonderful way to serve leftovers. Get our tips to make this simple dish at home.

    Whether you want a simple (but elegant) start to your day or a quick and easy meal omelets are a great option for any meal.

    This Ham and Cheese Omelet takes less than 15 minutes to prepare and turns leftovers into a delicious meal.

    So grab your skillet and let's get cracking!"

    Ham and cheese omelet on a plate

    One of the great thing about eggs is that they can take boring leftovers and turn them into a delicious new meal. They are also nutritious and, usually, pretty inexpensive compared to other protein sources.

    This dish takes a handful of leftover ham and some cheese and turns it into a lovely meal for two.

    If you are serving more than two, I recommend making the actual omelet in batches. If you put too many eggs in the pan, the bottom will likely overcook before the top can set. Use two pans, or cook the ham as directed and make two separate omelets, splitting them in half to feed four.

    What's the difference between Omelet and Omelette

    The "te" on the end. No, I am not being sarcastic. They are both the same dish just different regional spelling.

    Ingredients for Ham and Cheese Omelet

    The ingredients are pretty basic and easy to substitute based on what is in the kitchen as well as your own personal tastes. If you want spinach and mushroom instead - GO FOR IT!

    Here's what I used:

    • eggs - or egg substitutes
    • milk - dairy or non dairy
    • ham - or bacon or sausage or vegetables or mushrooms
    • cheese - cheddar or any other melty cheese you like (monterey, mozzarella, gruyere, etc.)
    • butter or cooking oil
    • seasonings - I list salt and pepper here, but usually use my homemade herbed salt blend

    Tricks for the best omelets

    Don't be intimidated. Omelets may seem like an elegant French dish that can only be mastered with years of practice, but the reality is they are just fancy scrambled eggs.

    The main tricks to getting them to come out correctly are to keep your temperature low and use enough oil or butter on the pan before adding the egg mixture.

    I usually use my cast iron skillet which cooks evenly and is naturally non stick. I have a small one that is perfect for a two egg omelet.

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    Ham and cheese omelet on a plate

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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or cooking oil (divided)
    • 6 ounces cooked ham (diced)
    • 4 large eggs
    • ΒΌ cup milk
    • salt and pepper (to taste)
    • Β½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
    • Optional garnish: grape tomatoes and fresh basil sprigs

    Instructions
     

    • Add one tablespoon butter and diced ham to a large skillet and set over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the ham develops some color and is heated through, about 5-6 minutes.
    • Remove the ham from the skillet and set aside. Return the skillet to the stove and reduce heat to low.
    • Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Set aside.
    • Add the remaining butter to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom as it melts. Pour in the egg mixture and tip the skillet in each direction to create an even layer.
    • Once the egg starts to set, add the ham and shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the surface.
    • Cover the skillet with a lid until the cheese starts to melt and the egg is mostly cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
    • Fold the omelet in half using a spatula. Cover and cook for an additional minute or two to ensure the omelet is cooked through and the cheese is completely melted.
    • Remove from heat and cut the omelet in half with the spatula.
    • Transfer to serving plates and garnish with a some grape tomatoes and sprigs of fresh basil, if desired, before serving.

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