This simple herby omelet is particularly delicious. Use a good-quality feta cheese, or try another cheese. It can serve as a main dish or an appetizer.

　　

Ingredients

serves 6

　　6 ounces feta cheese, mashed with a fork

　　8 eggs, lightly beaten

　　6 scallions, finely sliced

　　4 or 5 sprigs of mint, finely chopped

　　1 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

　　Pepper

　　3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

　　

Step 1

Lightly beat together all the ingredients except the oil in a bowl.

　　

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet. When it begins to sizzle, pour in the egg mixture. Cook over low heat for about 10 minutes, or until the bottom sets.

　　

Step 3

Dribble the remaining oil over the top of the omelet and cook under the broiler for a few minutes, until lightly browned. Serve hot or cold, cut in wedges like a cake.

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