Omelette Arnold Bennett recipe

Name: Omelette Arnold Bennett recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tsp plain flour; 15 g (0.5oz) butter, at room temperature, plus extra for frying; 200 ml (7fl oz) milk; 1 bay leaf; 0.25 tsp black peppercorns; 5 cloves; 0.5 onion; 200 g (7.1oz) smoked, un-dyed haddock fillet; 2 large egg yolks; 1 tbsp single cream; 30 g (1.1oz) mature cheddar, finely grated; 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 dash oil, for greasing; 4 large eggs; 1 loaf of crusty bread to serve (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tsp plain flour
15 g (0.5oz) butter, at room temperature, plus extra for frying
200 ml (7fl oz) milk
1 bay leaf
0.25 tsp black peppercorns
5 cloves
0.5 onion
200 g (7.1oz) smoked, un-dyed haddock fillet
2 large egg yolks
1 tbsp single cream
30 g (1.1oz) mature cheddar, finely grated
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 dash oil, for greasing
4 large eggs
1 loaf of crusty bread to serve (optional)

1
Blend the flour and butter together to make a paste then chill until firm.
2
Pour the milk into a small pan and add the bay leaf, peppercorns, cloves and onion.
3
Heat the milk gently over a low heat to just below boiling point.
4
Lower in the haddock skin-side down and poach gently for about 4 minutes, until the fish is just beginning to show signs of flaking when pressed.
5
Remove the fish from the milk with a slotted spoon and, when it is cool enough to handle, remove the skin and any bones and flake into pieces.
6
Strain the milk into a bowl and discard the aromatics.
7
Pour 100ml of the infused milk into a clean small pan and return to the heat.
8
Gradually whisk in the butter paste, adding small pieces at a time, and bring to the boil.
9
Cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly until you have a smooth sauce.
10
Put the yolks in a bowl and beat lightly with the cream.
11
Gradually whisk in the sauce then fold in the haddock and half of the cheese.
12
Check for seasoning.
13
Preheat the grill to a medium setting.
14
Lightly oil an 18-20cm omelette pan and place over a medium to high heat.
15
Break the eggs into a bowl, season and beat with a fork.
16
Add a knob of butter to the pan and swirl it about to coat.
17
When the butter starts to foam, pour in the eggs.
18
Stir them continually, tilting the pan from side to side, until the eggs set on the bottom and the top is soft and creamy.
19
Remove the pan from the heat then pour the haddock mixture on top of the omelette.
20
Sprinkle over the remaining cheese and grill for a few minutes until golden brown.
21
Serve piping hot with some crusty bread if liked.

553

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tsp plain flour, 15 g (0.5oz) butter, at room temperature, plus extra for frying, 200 ml (7fl oz) milk, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Omelette Arnold Bennett recipe falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!