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An egg dish made with two or three beaten eggs that are cooked until they set and then eaten as a flat or folded serving of food. Commonly served folded, the Omelet can be prepared as a plain Omelet served flat or one that is folded in half or folded into a rounded and somewhat tucked shape. The shape of the folded Omelet will often depend on how many and the type of additional ingredients that may become a stuffing or a topping for flat or folded Omelets. Many different ingredients can be used for the fillings, including cheese, ham, bacon, sausage, peppers, onions, herbs, mushrooms and tomatoes, many of which are combined together in one Omelet. The fillings for Omelets can also consist of sweet ingredients, such as custard, fruit, jelly, or jam.
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 1 tbsp |
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| Calories 157 |
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| Protein 10g |
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| Total Fat 12g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 0g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 0g |
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| Potassium 114mg |
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| Sodium 161mg |
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| Cholesterol 356mg |
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Omelet term - Related Content |
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| There are several types of pans designed specifically for making omelets. A traditional omelet pan is made with low curved edges and a wide diameter bottom to enable the omelet ... |
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An omelet is usually made with 2 or 3 eggs and is cooked very quickly in a sauté pan. The bottom of the pan should be about 7 to 8 inches in diameter so that the eggs will ... |
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| This flat omelet or frittata is filled with cheese, vegetables and fresh herbs of your choosing and sliced for serving. |
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| This egg dish is the base for many variations using cheese, mushrooms or any favorite ingredients. |
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| Many omelets, like this one, are easy to prepare; adding different ingredients can tailor the dish to one's own tastes. |
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| Use your imagination as a guide in selecting ingredients to fill this tasty breakfast or brunch favorite. |
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