Leek & Gruyere Omelet with Sourdough Toast
A classic French-style omelet filled with caramelized leeks and melted Gruyere. Served with toasted whole grain sourdough for a satisfying, savory start to your day.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Before you start
Your 15-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
If you are rushed on weekday mornings, sauté a larger batch of leeks over the weekend to quickly fold into your eggs all week.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep cup leeks (sliced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Next: Rinse the sliced leeks thoroughly in cold…
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Rinse the sliced leeks thoroughly in cold…
Rinse the sliced leeks thoroughly in cold water to remove any hidden dirt, then pat them completely dry.
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Heat a small splash of olive oil…
Heat a small splash of olive oil or a pat of butter in an 8-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the leeks, a pinch of salt, and black pepper, sautéing for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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Crack the eggs into a bowl
Crack the eggs into a bowl, whisk well until fully combined, and season with a little more salt and pepper.
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In the same skillet over medium-low heat
In the same skillet over medium-low heat, pour in the eggs. Let them cook undisturbed for about a minute until the edges just start to set.
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Gently push the cooked edges toward the…
Gently push the cooked edges toward the center with a spatula, tilting the pan so the uncooked egg flows to the empty edges.
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Once the eggs are mostly set but…
Once the eggs are mostly set but still slightly soft on top, sprinkle the grated Gruyere and cooked leeks over one half. Fold the other half over the filling and cook for 1 more minute until the cheese melts.
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Toast the whole grain sourdough bread and…
Toast the whole grain sourdough bread and serve immediately alongside the warm omelet.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Leeks can hold dirt between their…
Leeks can hold dirt between their layers. The easiest way to clean them is to slice them first, submerge them in a bowl of cold water, lift them out, and dry well.
If you are rushed on weekday…
If you are rushed on weekday mornings, sauté a larger batch of leeks over the weekend to quickly fold into your eggs all week.
For a true French-style omelet texture
For a true French-style omelet texture, keep the heat medium-low and avoid over-browning the bottom of the eggs.
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