Brunch Omelet Torte

This recipe requires some time to prepare, but is sensational for a special breakfast or brunch. The torte can be refrigerated overnight and baked before serving.

Step: 1

On lightly floured surface, gently roll each sheet of puff pastry into a 12-inch square. Lay 1 sheet puff pastry into a deep-dish pie plate or springform pan; set aside.

Step: 2

Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet until sizzling. Add potatoes, onion, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until potatoes are lightly browned, crisp, and tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step: 3

Combine the eggs, parsley, a pinch of salt and pepper, and 2 tablespoons water in a bowl and whisk well. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a clean skillet over medium heat until butter sizzles.

Step: 4

Pour half of omelet mixture (3/4 cup) into heated skillet. Cook over medium heat. As omelet mixture sets, lift edges slightly with spatula to allow uncooked portion to flow underneath. Continue cooking until set, about 2 to 3 minutes. Slide omelet onto cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining tablespoon of butter and omelet mixture.

Step: 5

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step: 6

Layer ingredients into pie plate on top of puff pastry in the following order: one of the omelets, 4 ounces ham, half of the fried potatoes, and 1 cup shredded cheese. Top with remaining potatoes, ham, cheese, and omelet. Cover the torte with the remaining sheet of puff pastry. Press together edges of both sheets of puff pastry to form a rim; trim off excess. Crimp or flute edges. The torte can now be refrigerated overnight (see Cook’s Note).

Step: 7

In small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon water; brush over puff pastry.

Step: 8

Bake in preheated oven until the pastry is a rich golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand at least 5 minutes; cut into wedges. You may serve the torte warm or at room temperature.

Per Serving: 781 calories; protein 25.5g; carbohydrates 55.3g; fat 51.1g; cholesterol 231mg; sodium 946.6mg.

Eating best breakfast to start the day has become a good habit. It’s a great way to start my day off healthfully. The sugar hit from the pickle tree wakes me up and bring me power to take on the morning. Sugar is often vilified as the root of all disease, but fruit is also loaded with fibre, which is great for your digestive system and make keep you feel full all day , and less likely grab a snack out of the vending machine before lunchtime.

Make fruit a morning habit is simple . Easy as put the fruit in your fridge next to the sweet drink or on the table next to your grain pan , or move your coffee maker or tea kettle — somewhere where you’ll see it. Before you eat the rest of your food , eat your fruit. If you’re not usually a breakfast person.