How to Make a Baggie Omelet

This omelet in a bag recipe is a good group cooking activity because each child can choose their own fillings.

 

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper
• Shredded cheese
• Chopped ham, optional
• Chopped vegetables, optional

Directions

1. Have an adult put a large pot of water on the stove and bring it to a boil.
2. Put 2 eggs in a heavy-duty food-safe bag.
3. Press the air out and seal the bag.
4. Gently squeeze the bag to mix the eggs.
5. Open the bag and add salt, pepper, cheese, ham, vegetables, or other omelet add-ins.
6. Press the air out again and seal tightly.
7. Fold the bag so the eggs stay near the bottom.
8. Have an adult carefully place the sealed bag in boiling water.
9. Boil for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked through.
10. Have an adult remove the bag from the water.
11. Open the bag carefully and slide the omelet onto a plate.

Thank you Ruby B. for this recipe.

Omelet Add-In Ideas

Set out small bowls of add-ins so kids can build their own omelet.