Omelets in a Bag
Transform your breakfast routine with "Omelets in a Bag," a fun, mess-free, and highly customizable way to enjoy a classic morning favorite. This ingenious recipe lets you create individual omelets packed with your favorite mix-ins—think fluffy eggs folded with cheddar, savory diced ham or bacon, and vibrant diced vegetables like bell peppers and spinach—all without dirtying a pan. The secret? Simply combine your ingredients in a resealable bag and cook it to perfection in boiling water. Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or feeding a crowd with personalized options, this method guarantees hassle-free clean-up and consistently tender results. Whether you're hosting a brunch or just spicing up your weekday breakfast, "Omelets in a Bag" is a game-changing recipe that will delight everyone at the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces per omelet Large eggs
- 1 tablespoon per omelet Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons per omelet Diced ham or cooked bacon
- 2 tablespoons per omelet Diced vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or spinach)
- 0.25 teaspoon per omelet Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon per omelet Black pepper
- 1 piece per omelet Large resealable freezer bag (zip-top)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil over medium heat. Ensure the pot is deep enough to fully submerge the bags.
Crack 2 large eggs into a large resealable freezer bag. Seal the bag and gently mash or shake it to whisk the eggs together.
Open the bag and add 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese, 2 tablespoons of diced ham or cooked bacon, 2 tablespoons of diced vegetables, 0.25 teaspoon of salt, and 0.125 teaspoon of black pepper. Reseal the bag, removing as much air as possible, and mix the ingredients by gently squeezing the bag with your hands.
Use a permanent marker to write each person's name on their bag if you are making multiple omelets.
Carefully place the bag(s) into the boiling water, ensuring they are fully submerged but not touching the pot's sides to avoid melting. Use tongs to place and remove the bags as needed.
Cook the bagged omelets for 12-15 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and no longer runny. Rotate the bags occasionally using tongs to ensure even cooking.
Once cooked, carefully remove the bag(s) from the water with tongs and let them cool slightly. Open the bag and slide the omelet onto a plate.
Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly cooked, customizable omelet!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 208 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 1044 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 179 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
