Chicago Omelet

Directions

1. 1
   Place an 8-inch omelet pan over moderate heat.
2. 2
   Do not overheat or butter will smoke and burn.
3. 3
   Beat eggs, water, salt and pepper thoroughly with a fork.
4. 4
   Add remaining ingredients, except butter. When pan is hot, add butter and stir around quickly to coat bottom of pan.
5. 5
   Pour in egg mixture and shake pan with one hand, stirring mixture with the other.
6. 6
   An omelet should remain soft and creamy in the center.
7. 7
   To turn out of pan, hold handle.
8. 8
   If a filling is used, place a small amount in upper half of omelet.
9. 9
   Raise pan to a 45° angle and using a fork, start to roll omelet from the top down. Turn onto a warm plate and serve immediately.
10. 10
    Makes 1 serving.