Easy Florentine Omelette Recipe Using Fresh Eggs

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Our family loves omelettes! They’re a great source of protein, and the best part is that each person can customize their omelette to their liking. Over the Fourth of July, my brother sets up a big omelette bar for breakfast, and it’s become a family favorite.

I’m usually a ham-and-cheese omelette kind of girl, but sometimes I crave something a little lighter. That’s where the Florentine omelette comes in. It’s rich, satisfying and packed with flavor, yet still feels fresh and wholesome.

What is a Florentine Omelette

A Florentine omelette is a classic French-style omelette made with sautéed spinach and cheese. The spinach is typically cooked in butter with garlic or onion, then folded into fluffy eggs along with a flavorful cheese such as Swiss, Gruyère or feta.

It’s a simple way to enjoy a nutritious, high-protein breakfast while adding vegetables to your morning meal. And if you raise backyard chickens, it’s one of the best recipes for using up fresh eggs!

Ingredients for a Florentine Omelette

• 5 whole eggs

• 2 Tbsp butter

• 3 cups spinach

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 Tbsp chopped onion

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ to 1 cup cheese of your choice

Optional add-ins:

• Sautéed tomatoes

• Greek olives

• Mushrooms

How to Make a Florentine Omelette Step by Step

1. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until soft.

2. Add the spinach to the skillet and cover until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk until foamy.

4. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a greased skillet over medium heat.

5. Pour in the eggs. As they begin to set, use a silicone spatula to gently push the cooked edges toward the center while tilting the pan so the uncooked egg can flow underneath.

6. Continue working around the pan until the omelette is almost set, about 45 seconds.

7. Add the spinach mixture and cheese to one half of the omelette.

8. Fold the other half over the filling.

9. Turn off the heat, cover the skillet and let it sit for 1 minute so the cheese can melt.

10. Carefully slide onto a plate and enjoy.

Why Omelettes Are a Great Way to Use Fresh Eggs

I used to be intimidated by omelettes, but they really aren’t that hard to make. And the best part? Your options are endless. You can switch up the vegetables, cheeses or proteins depending on what you have on hand, so breakfast never gets boring.

If you’ve got a steady supply of eggs from your flock, this Florentine omelette is a simple, delicious way to put them to good use.

Until next time,

– The Wing Lady