Fiesta Omelet

Fiesta Omelet

Ingredients:
2 seRvings 1. Beat the eggs with the milk, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2 large eggs, beaten 2. Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.

Directions:
Swirl the skillet to coat with butter. When the butter
1 tablespoon whole milk
starts to bubble, add the egg mixture and cook for
Pinch of salt and ground black pepper
about 4–5 minutes or until the egg begins to set in the
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
center and around the edges.
3 tablespoons salsa (store-bought
3. Spoon the salsa in the center and sprinkle with cheese.
or homemade—see the recipe in
Use a spatula to gently fold one edge of the omelet over
chapter 6)
to the other side. Cook until the cheese melts.
¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
4. Slide the omelet onto a plate. Cut into bite-size pieces
and serve.
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Hummus
Authentic hummus is made with tahini, a paste made of ground sesame seeds. It adds a rich flavor and
smooth, creamy texture to any recipe. You can make hummus without it, but then it wouldn’t be the real deal!
8 seRvings 1. Peel the garlic cloves but leave them whole. Place the
garlic in a small, heavy skillet along with the olive
4 cloves garlic
oil. Cook over medium heat until the garlic turns light
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive
brown, stirring frequently, for about 5–8 minutes; watch
oil, plus more for serving
carefully to ensure it doesn’t burn. Remove from heat