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The Mum-lette!

The Mum-lette!

By OcadoPublished on 13 March 2023Whip up an omelette and decorate with Mum’s favourite toppings for an edible artwork this Mother’s Day morning with family cook Claudine Boulstridge’s fail-safe recipe. Get creative and use anything from rocket leaves and cucumber, to cherry tomatoes and olives to create a portrait to be proud of. The kids will love getting stuck in making this unexpected treat for birthdays, big days or just breakfast in bed. Looking for more easy Mother's Day recipes? Look no further.
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Time and servings

11 minsTotal time
1Servings
9 minsPrep time
2 minsCooking time

Ingredients

  • 1 medium egg
  • 1 tsp of whole milk or any of your choice
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp of unsalted butter

Method

  • Step 1

    To make the omelette, whisk the egg in a bowl with the milk and salt.

  • Step 2

    Add the butter to a heatproof small, flat plate (around 18cm in diameter) with a lip.

  • Step 3

    Microwave the plate with butter on high (800W - 1000W) for 20 secs or until melted.

  • Step 4

    Pour the egg mixture onto the buttered plate and cover it with a heatproof bowl or plate.

  • Step 5

    Return to the microwave and cook on high for 1 min 30 secs more.

  • Step 6

    Use a spatula and oven gloves to carefully lift the omelette off the plate onto a larger plate.

  • Step 7

    Decorate with the toppings of your choice to create a colourful, edible portrait of your favourite person and serve.