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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 3 minutes
Total time: 13 minutes
Number of Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 2 Tablespoons low-fat or nonfat milk
- 1 dash salt
- 1 dash pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped vegetables (any type)
- 2 Tablespoons grated cheese (any type)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water. Gather ingredients and cooking tools.
- Lightly grease the inside of a 12-ounce microwave-safe mug.
- Use a fork to combine the eggs, milk, salt and pepper in the mug and stir well. Mix in the vegetables and cheese.
- Microwave on HIGH for 45 seconds. Stir. Return to the microwave and cook on HIGH until the mixture has puffed and set, 60 to 90 seconds. The omelet may look wet on the top but it will dry as it cools.
Notes:
- To make a meal, serve with a slice of whole grain toast and fruit.
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