Making an omelet isn’t as complicated as it seems.

The fastest meal on the planet is a simple folded French-style omelet.

Never make an omelet with more than 5 eggs.

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If you are serving four people, make two omelets back to back.

A small flexible spatula is essential; we like a heat-resistant rubber spatula.

For this method, we use water, salt and pepper with additional ingredients for the filling.

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Filling:Have the filling all prepared and warmed, if it was refrigerated.

Don’t overstuff: figure 1/4 cup filling for a 2-egg omelet.

The filling can be just about anything.

Omelet in a non-stick skillet

Step 1

Whisk the eggs or mix with a fork until blended.

Add about 1/2 tablespoon water per egg.

Tip the pan to coat it with oil.

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Pour the eggs into the pan and tilt the edges of the pan to spread the liquid egg.

Immediately stir with a heat-resistant rubber spatula or fork for 5 to 10 seconds.

This whole step takes about 1 minute.

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Use the spatula to fold the omelet into thirds over the filling.

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Filling Ideas

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