Ingredients
- 225g/8oz waxy potatoes, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large leeks, thinly sliced
- 6 eggs, beaten
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- pinch grated nutmeg
- 100g/4oz Gruyère, grated
- seasoning
Method
- Cook the potatoes in a pan of boiling, salted water for 4-5 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
- Heat the oil in a heavy-based frying pan over a low heat. Add the leeks and cook for about 12 minutes until softened.
- Whisk together the eggs, parsley, grated nutmeg and seasoning. Stir the potatoes into the leeks, then pour in the egg mixture. Cook over a low heat for about 10 minutes until the eggs are almost set.
- Sprinkle over the cheese and cook under the grill for about 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
Notes
This Italian version of an omelette is wonderful served warm in thick wedges with bread and a crisp salad. Calories per serving: 380. Cost: about £2.14.