LAYERED SPRING OMELET

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This omelet serves a crowd and makes a perfect Easter brunch entree.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ripe tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste
21 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup grated Vermont cheddar cheese
3/4 cup grated Gruyere cheese
2/3 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, torn in half
8 ounces spinach, leaves picked and torn in half
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 small leek, julienned, for garnish
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add tomatoes, and simmer until almost all the liquid has evaporated, about 25 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer tomatoes to a stainless-steel colander, and drain any excess liquid. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine eggs, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Lightly beat mixture with a fork.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 10-inch heat-proof, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour one-third of the egg mixture, about 1 1/2 cups, into skillet. Using a rubber spatula, stir eggs until they just begin to set, about 1 minute. Sprinkle both cheeses on top. Using spatula, gently pull sides of omelet toward center so any uncooked liquid runs underneath. Cook until eggs have almost completely set, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer the skillet to oven, and bake until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove skillet from oven. Place a baking sheet on top of skillet, and invert skillet onto baking sheet, releasing the omelet layer; hold both baking sheet and skillet firmly so omelet doesn't slide. Set aside in a warm place.
  • Carefully wipe out the hot skillet with a paper towel. Add 1 tablespoon butter, and melt over medium-high heat. Pour another third of the egg mixture into the skillet, and stir with the rubber spatula until the eggs just begin to set, about 1 minute. Add half of the reserved cooked tomatoes to the eggs. Using the spatula, gently pull sides of the omelet toward the center so any uncooked liquid runs underneath. When the eggs have almost completely set, spread the remaining tomatoes on top.
  • Transfer skillet to oven, and bake until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from oven, and place another baking sheet on top of skillet; carefully invert skillet to release second layer. Carefully slide on top of the first one, and set the two aside in a warm place.
  • Wipe out the hot skillet with a paper towel. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter, and melt over medium-high heat. Pour the remaining third of the egg mixture into the skillet, and stir with the rubber spatula until the eggs just begin to set, about 1 minute. Add half of the spinach and thyme; incorporate into the eggs. Using the spatula, gently pull sides of the omelet toward the center so any uncooked liquid runs underneath. When the eggs have almost completely set, spread remaining spinach and thyme on top.
  • Transfer skillet to the oven, and bake until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Invert the third layer onto a baking sheet, and slide on top of the other two layers.
  • Transfer the three-layer omelet to a serving platter, and garnish with leeks and chives. Serve warm.

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This omelet is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I usually have some leftover asparagus and mushrooms, and they work perfectly in this recipe. I also add some chopped ham or bacon, and it's delicious.


Khawar Sahi
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I love this omelet! It's so fluffy and flavorful. I usually add some chopped ham or bacon, and sometimes I'll even add a little cheese. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


moshiur khan
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This omelet is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with some fresh fruit and toast. It's a great way to start your day.


Asif Somroo
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This omelet is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The asparagus and mushrooms are perfectly cooked, and the cheese is melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


Luna Jiménez
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This omelet is a great way to start your day. It's packed with protein and vegetables, and it's so flavorful. I usually serve it with some whole-wheat toast and a glass of orange juice.


Subscribe Yt
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This omelet is perfect for a quick and easy lunch. I usually make it with some leftover chicken or ham, and it's always delicious. I also love that I can customize it to my liking. Sometimes I'll add some chopped avocado or salsa.


Kn Trader4
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This omelet is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it, and they don't even realize they're eating healthy. I usually serve it with some ketchup or salsa.


Sahfe Brian
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I'm always looking for new omelet recipes, and this one is a keeper. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've made it with different vegetables, cheeses, and meats, and it's always delicious.


Neche Rita
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This omelet is perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with some fresh fruit and toast.


BreadInnit
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This omelet is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover asparagus and mushrooms, and they worked perfectly in this recipe. I also added some chopped ham, and it was delicious.


Lutfia Hussein
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I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this omelet was so easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I was really impressed with how fluffy and light it was.


ahsanali yousafzai
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This omelet is a great way to start your day. It's packed with protein and vegetables, and it's so flavorful. I love that I can customize it to my liking. I usually add some chopped bacon or sausage, and sometimes I'll even add a little cheese.


Prince Ff
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this omelet with tofu instead of eggs. It turned out great! The tofu was nice and crispy, and the vegetables were still tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Uzma Faheem
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This omelet is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have some in my fridge, so I can whip this up in no time.


Patrick C
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I made this omelet for my family for breakfast this morning, and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


SHRABON TX
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This is my new favorite omelet recipe! It's so light and fluffy, and the fillings are endless. I've made it with everything from ham and cheese to spinach and feta. It's always delicious.


snr tarag
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I'm not usually a fan of omelets, but this one was really good. The combination of flavors was perfect, and the cheese melted beautifully. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jakir Husen
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This omelet was so easy to make and it turned out so fluffy and delicious! I used fresh asparagus and mushrooms from my garden, and they added so much flavor. I will definitely be making this again.