A French Country Affair Elegant Omelette Gateau W Chive Flowers Recipe

Wow your guests with this stunning vegetarian omelette gateau! Perfect as a show-stopping centerpiece for weddings, birthdays, or any special celebration, this recipe features delicate open-faced omelettes layered with fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs (including beautiful chive blossoms!), and creamy herb garlic cheese. Prepare it a day ahead for stress-free entertaining. Easily customizable – add ham or bacon for a non-vegetarian twist. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 720 mins
Cook Time 1500 mins
Calories 246.5 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
A French Country Affair Elegant Omelette Gateau W Chive Flowers

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for A French Country Affair Elegant Omelette Gateau W Chive Flowers

  • Eggs
  • Olive Oil
  • Courgettes
  • Spring Onions
  • Fresh Edible Flowers
  • Roasted Red Peppers
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Red Chile
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Cream Cheese
  • Milk
  • Fresh Chives
  • Fresh Oregano
  • Fresh Basil
  • Baby Spinach
  • Parmesan Cheese

How to Make A French Country Affair Elegant Omelette Gateau W Chive Flowers

  1. Prepare the Herb Garlic Cream Cheese: In a bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, dill), 1 clove minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and refrigerate until firm.
  2. Prepare the Omelettes: Whisk together 6 large eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 of the egg mixture into the skillet, swirling to coat the bottom evenly. Cook until set, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/4 of the chopped vegetables (see ingredients for suggestions) and 1/4 of the chive blossoms. Gently fold the omelette in half.
  3. Repeat step 2 until all the egg mixture is used, creating 6-8 individual omelettes.
  4. Assemble the Gateau: Spread a thin layer of the chilled herb garlic cream cheese on one omelette. Top with another omelette and repeat until all the omelettes are layered.
  5. Garnish and Chill: Garnish the top of the gateau with shaved parmesan cheese and arrange baby salad leaves around the base. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

49g

Carbs

1g