Mix eggs slightly. Combine with ham, onion and pepper.

Cook the same as you would any omelette.

Note From Mr Breakfast:

The recipe submitter was a little short on the instructions so here's what to do...

First, melt a Tablespoon of butter in medium frying pan over medium heat and saute the onion and green pepper until tender. Add the ham pieces.

Add the beaten egg. As the egg starts to set, left the edges of the omelette with a spatula so uncooked egg flows under to get cooked. When almost completely set, fold the omelet in half. Turn off the heat. Let the omelette set one minute before serving so the inside cooks through.

If desired, you could place 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over 1/2 of the omelette before folding. Or use 2 overlapping pieces of American cheese for a mid-America greasy spoon diner style Western Omelette.


The classic combination of diced ham, onion and green pepper in a folded omelette. If desired, fill or top with your favorite shredded or sliced cheese.

Mr Breakfast would like to thank baseball27 for this recipe.

Overall Average Rating = 5 (out of 5)

Based on 19 votes.

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From jackie2383

Rating (out of 5):

I used to have this when I was a child, now I want one again. I wasn't sure exactly how to make it. Thank you for the recipe. It was always called a western omelette when I was a child :)

Comment submitted: 2/6/2016 (#19784)



From Birdie

Rating (out of 5):

Also good as a patty on hamburger bun with mayo.

Comment submitted: 1/3/2016 (#19727)



From J-Wolf

Rating (out of 5):

It was nice. Thanks for the recipe.

Comment submitted: 12/6/2014 (#19137)



From Spice Is Nice

Rating (out of 5):

I made a Spicy Western Omelette by adding 1/4 of chopped jalapeno in with the onions and bell pepper and then I put shredded Pepper Jack Cheese in the middle. I'd recommend it especially if you like spicy foods.

Comment submitted: 3/6/2013 (#15311)



From Andi K.

Rating (out of 5):

We loved this recipe. Thanks.

Comment submitted: 8/9/2012 (#14282)



From Karin720

Add a little sharp cheese to the mixture and it's so good.

Comment submitted: 6/11/2012 (#14050)



From A.D.H.

Rating (out of 5):

We make a version of this, except we also add diced tomatoes:) Very yummy.

Comment submitted: 5/19/2012 (#13924)



From WestLA

How is this not a Denver omelette? Although, the picture shows browning which I don't think an omelette should ever have. Although, I have met some people who prefer it that way.

Comment submitted: 2/20/2012 (#13559)



From M.W.P.

Rating (out of 5):

This recipe is so good. Simple, but superb.

Comment submitted: 10/24/2011 (#13066)



From SeanO

Rating (out of 5):

Even though I live on the east coast. It's the best omelette all around! 5 out of 5!

Comment submitted: 10/9/2010 (#11358)



From pinkpepper

Rating (out of 5):

Finish the directions like this and it turns out great: flip omelet over when almost set, place a slice of American cheese on one side, fold and serve.

Comment submitted: 7/22/2009 (#8438)



From Britt

Rating (out of 5):

Its better with egg white... yum!

Comment submitted: 11/19/2008 (#6868)



From BLACKBIRD UK

Rating (out of 5):

One year later, and I still find it very enjoyable.

Comment submitted: 7/28/2008 (#5983)



From cowboy buddy

Rating (out of 5):

This was very good. I loved it.

Comment submitted: 7/5/2008 (#5834)



From Carmee

Rating (out of 5):

I have to say, "it was very delicious."

Comment submitted: 1/20/2008 (#4426)



From blackbird (uk)

Rating (out of 5):

We call this a Spanish omlette, never the less, very good. Thos.

Comment submitted: 9/15/2007 (#3562)



From AddCheese

Rating (out of 5):

I made it for me and my dad... and I love it! I didn't add any onions but I added cheese and it tasted good.

Comment submitted: 8/5/2007 (#3329)



From Pete

Rating (out of 5):

Exactly what I was looking for... GREAT!

Comment submitted: 12/10/2006 (#924)



From Very Great

Rating (out of 5):

This recipe is so good! I love it! I served it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

Comment submitted: 11/25/2006 (#807)



From lovely coffman

Rating (out of 5):

Thanks! I was so hard to look this recipe. This kind of omelet is so good... my husband likes it. Thank you!

Comment submitted: 11/2/2006 (#628)



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