Monterey Turkey Omelet Recipe
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Monterey Turkey Omelet

By: Taste of Home Test Kitchen 
"Our home economists use deli turkey, onion, garlic and green pepper to give a tasteful twist to a sunrise staple. The cheese-topped omelet looks special enough for company but leaves brunch hosts plenty of time to relax."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (4)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces smoked turkey or ham
  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup diced green pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 6 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion, green pepper and garlic in 2 tablespoons butter until vegetables are tender. Remove and keep warm.
  2. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. In a bowl, beat the eggs and water. Pour into skillet; cook over medium heat. As eggs set, lift the edges, letting uncooked portion flow underneath. When eggs are nearly set, spoon turkey mixture over half of the omelet. Fold omelet over filling. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on May 26, 2009 by ~TxCin~ILove2Ck   view full review
This was quite flavorful and filling. It seemed something was missing though, so I topped it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2009 by LMNOATP   view full review
If you make a lot of egg dishes, you are always looking for some variety like me. This...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2010 by amandak23k   view full review
Very unique way to use deli-turkey... I didn't have any breakfast meats so this worked out...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2010 by nunez_2007   view full review
i made this for breakfast and it was delicious, thanks for sharing!

 

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