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August 8, 2011
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Southwest Turkey Omelet

Chicken On The Stove Top
Prep time:
5 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes

For another a low-cost dish, double the turkey-vegetable mixture in steps 1 and 2. Spread leftover mixture over a flour tortilla. Add cheese, top with another tortilla. Broil until the cheese is melted.

For another a low-cost dish, double the turkey-vegetable mixture in steps 1 and 2. Spread leftover mixture over a flour tortilla. Add cheese, top with another tortilla. Broil until the cheese is melted.

Ingredients

Serves 4 

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped, cooked turkey
  • 1/2 cup cooked fresh or canned corn, drained
  • 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chiles
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
Directions
  1. 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add green onions and turkey. Cook, stirring occasionally, until green onions are slightly soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add corn and chiles to skillet; mix well.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, combine eggs, milk, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well with a whisk. Pour into skillet. Turn heat to medium.

  4. 4

    Top with cheese. Cook, covered, until center is set but not dry, about 5 minutes. Slide onto serving plate.

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Using your blender to mix the ingredients in step 3 will save time and produce a lighter, airier omelet.

Great Pairings

Potato Pancakes

Plan ahead when you make mashed potatoes. Potato pancakes are a thrifty way to use leftovers. You can even freeze the leftovers and make the pancakes another day.

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