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Southwest Turkey and Cheese Omelet

Spice up an ordinary breakfast with this omelet.Toss in some corn or black beans, and top with your favorite hot sauce. This omelet has everything you need to start your day right. Serve with a side of whole-wheat toast.

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Preparation Time10 min

Cooking Time5 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cup chopped cooked lean turkey
  • 1/2 cup cooked fresh or canned corn, drained
  • 1 3-ounce can chopped green chiles, drained
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/3 cup skim milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded reduced fat Pepper Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add green onions and turkey.
     
  2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until green onions are slightly soft, about 5 minutes.
     
  3. Add corn and chiles to skillet; mix well. Meanwhile, combine eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
     
  4. Mix well with a whisk. Pour into skillet. Turn heat to medium.
     
  5. Top with cheese. Cook, covered, until center is set but not dry, about 5 minutes. Slide onto serving plate. VARIATION: For extra color, add 2 tablespoons chopped pimiento

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