Description
The Western Hash Brown Omelet is a delightful fusion of textures and flavors. Combining crispy hash browns, savory deli ham, vibrant bell peppers, and smoky gouda cheese, this dish is a hearty comfort food perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner. With its versatile ingredients and easy preparation, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 8 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 ounces thickly sliced deli ham, diced
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), diced
- 1 onion, diced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns (from a 1-pound bag; do not thaw)
- 4 ounces smoked gouda cheese, grated (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 bunch scallions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs until foamy.
- Cook the Filling
- Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add diced ham, bell peppers, onion, ¼ teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly browned (about 6 minutes).
- Transfer the mixture to the bowl with the eggs.
- Preheat and Cook Hash Browns
- Preheat the broiler.
- Wipe the skillet clean and return to medium-high heat. Melt the butter in the skillet.
- Add the frozen hash browns in an even layer, pressing them into the bottom and up the sides of the skillet. Cook until golden on the bottom (about 6 minutes).
- Assemble and Broil
- Pour the egg mixture over the hash browns.
- Transfer the skillet to the broiler and cook until the eggs are partially set (3–5 minutes).
- Sprinkle grated cheese and all but 2 tablespoons of scallions over the eggs. Broil again until the cheese melts and the eggs are set (2–3 minutes).
- Finish and Serve
- Loosen the edge of the omelet with a spatula. Slide the omelet onto a platter and fold in half.
- Cut into wedges and top with the reserved scallions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes