Omelets

In a bowl whisk together eggs and salt and pepper to taste. In skillet heat 1/2 tablespoon butter over moderately-high heat until foam subsides. Pour in half of eggs, tilting skillet to spread evenly over bottom. Cook omelet 1 minute, or until almost set, stirring top layer with back of a fork and shaking skillet, letting any uncooked egg run underneath. Sprinkle half of omelet with any desired toppings and cook 1 minute more, or until set. Fold omelet over filling and transfer to a plate. Keep omelet warm while making another omelet with remaining butter, eggs and optional toppings in same manner.

This recipe yields 2 servings.