Baked Mushroom and Cheese Omelet
A fluffy baked omelet combines sautéed mushrooms, red pepper, feta, and melting kaşar.
By Moow Editorial ·
- Resting the egg mixture in the refrigerator gives the omelet a softer texture, but this step may be skipped.
- Alternatively, cover the skillet and cook the omelet over low stovetop heat until set.
At a glance
Read through the method once, then prep the ingredients in the order listed.
- Yield: 2 servings
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
For the most consistent result, use the listed weights when available; household measures are rounded.
Estimated nutrition per serving
Serving basis: One serving from the final reviewed yield of 2 servings.
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fat: 48 g
- Sodium: 1846 mg
Estimated from the listed ingredients and serving yield using USDA FoodData Central. Actual values vary with brands, substitutions, cooking losses, oil absorption, and portion size.
Omelet
Have these measured and ready before you begin.
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 250 g (8.8 oz) mushrooms, sliced
- 4 large eggs
- scant 1/2 cup (100 ml) milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- scant 1/2 cup (100 ml by volume) crumbled firm feta
- scant 1/2 cup (100 ml by volume) grated kaşar (or Monterey Jack or low-moisture mozzarella)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Beat the eggs until foamy.
2. Whisk in the milk, flour, baking powder, olive oil, and black pepper, then fold in both cheeses.
3. Cover and refrigerate the egg mixture for 10 minutes.
4. Melt the butter in a 10-inch oven-safe skillet. Cook the mushrooms over medium-high heat until their liquid evaporates, then add the bell pepper and cook until tender; season with salt.
5. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and bake for 15–20 minutes, until browned and set.
6. Slice and serve.
Sources
Contains wheat, milk, and egg. Bake until the center is fully set and reaches 160°F (71°C); use an oven mitt for the hot skillet handle.