Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
2 unit

eggs

whisked

1 tbsp

half-and-half

1 tbsp

milk

1 tbsp

water

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 unit

flour tortilla

0.5 tbsp

butter

0.33 cup

monterey jack cheese

grated

0.33 cup

cooked ham

diced

2 tbsp

red bell peppers

diced

2 tbsp

scallions

diced

1 tbsp

jalapeno

seeded, diced

1 unit

salsa

1 unit

avocado-tomato relish

Step 1
~1 min

Whisk together eggs, half-and-half (or milk or water), salt, and pepper.

Step 2
~1 min

Warm the tortilla in a skillet.

Step 3
~1 min

Set the warmed tortilla aside.

Step 4
~1 min

Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~1 min

Ensure the skillet is coated with cooking spray.

Step 6
~1 min

Heat the butter until it is bubbly.

Step 7
~1 min

Pour the egg mixture into the skillet.

Step 8
~1 min

As the eggs cook, gently pull the cooked edges towards the center, allowing uncooked egg to flow underneath.

Step 9
~1 min

Remove the skillet from the heat when the eggs are mostly set but still slightly moist.

Step 10
~1 min

Sprinkle the grated Monterey Jack cheese, diced ham, diced red bell peppers, diced scallions, and diced jalapeno evenly over the omelet.

Step 11
~1 min

Carefully slide the omelet onto the warmed tortilla.

Step 12
~1 min

Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up about 1 inch.

Step 13
~1 min

Fold the sides of the tortilla in about 1 inch.

Step 14
~1 min

Begin rolling the wrap tightly from the bottom up, ending with the seam side down.

Step 15
~1 min

Let the wrap rest for 1 minute to allow the tortilla to adhere.

Step 16
~1 min

Cut the omelet wrap in half.

Step 17
~1 min

Serve immediately with salsa or avocado-tomato relish, if desired.

Step 18
~1 min

To prepare avocado-tomato relish, combine diced avocados and tomatoes with fresh lime juice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add hot sauce for extra heat.

Use different types of cheese.

Pre-cook the ham and vegetables for faster cooking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be prepped ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fruit salad.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Sour cream
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

Adaptation of omelet and tortilla, reflective of fusion cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Quick Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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