Bacon Tomato Gruyere Omelet Recipe

Indulge in this savory Bacon Tomato Gruyere Omelet, a delightful twist on a classic breakfast recipe from Carrie Levin's "The Good Enough to Eat Breakfast Cookbook." This recipe elevates the simple omelet with crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and nutty Gruyere cheese. We've added fresh herbs for an extra burst of flavor! Perfect for a weekend brunch or a quick weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 558.2 kcal
Protein 76g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bacon Tomato Gruyere Omelet

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How to Make Bacon Tomato Gruyere Omelet

  1. Cook bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside, reserving 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
  2. Dice tomatoes and finely chop fresh herbs (e.g., chives, thyme, or parsley).
  3. Whisk eggs with salt and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Heat the reserved bacon grease in an omelet pan over medium heat.
  5. Pour egg mixture into the pan. Let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, until the edges start to set.
  6. Sprinkle Gruyere cheese evenly over one half of the omelet.
  7. Add diced tomatoes and herbs over the cheese.
  8. Fold the omelet in half using a spatula.
  9. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the eggs are cooked through.
  10. Remove from heat and garnish with crispy bacon pieces before serving.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

94g

Carbs

0g