SMOKED HADDOCK AND CHIVE OMELETTE

SMOKED HADDOCK AND CHIVE OMELETTE

Yes, yes I know Tom Kerridge did do a version on the telly last night - but I promise I made it first - (and mine definitely looked better) so he must have been round the corner inhaling the aroma of my kitchen (I really must have a word).

This is a perfect Sunday night delight, and nothing better after a full feast during the day.  Something to do while all about you are obsessed with Downton, and the nights are drawing in....

So, the easiness of an omelette, when you're not sure how many you're feeding is a joy..

I seem to have them coming and going at irregular intervals at the moment  -  one child off camping for 4 days on some hideous Duke of Edinburgh scheme, in the thick of a storm  (I did help him pack, and feel mildly guilty that I packed him a coat by mistake instead of a sleeping bag - I am guessing he can stick his legs in the arm holes - right?) Anyway.. moving on... at least Holly is back from swanning around Barcelona looking at the most expensive Art College's she can find (she's managing incredibly well).. and Hugo, we haven't seen since he vanished into the thick of Fresher's week, about a month ago.... so, basically the omelette was just for us... so this is a recipe for TWO (hurray!!)

INGREDIENTS

6 eggs (I need the strength for the week ahead)
1 red onion
2 or 3 smoked haddock fillets
A big bunch of chives
Half a pot of creme fraiche
Half a handful of strong grated cheese
Tsp paprika
Tsp cayenne pepper
Salt/Pepper
Sprinkle of parmesan

Generally it's 3 eggs per person (and if you can't finish it, fine, but best to have more rather than less... don't you think?)
Pop the haddock fillet in a bowl with a little milk, salt and pepper; and cook in the oven for about 10-15 mins, until a little flaky.  Meanwhile, chop the onion, and fry in a pan until fairly soft.  Beat the eggs, and add the salt/pepper and creme fraiche in a bowl, and then pour this mix all over the onion (making sure this is done on a medium heat).  Add the flaky haddock (remove the skin first, and drain the milk), and then add the grated cheese and the chives and the spices.
Turn the grill on!
When you think the bottom has cooked (and not burnt)... then remove from the top and add the parmesan... then place the pan under the grill to finish it off  - and serve with a lovely fresh green salad.
You can't beat this for an easy light supper, and you've still got room to scoff plenty of chocolate, as I'm sure you deserve! (Actually, I had a spare moment on Sunday afternoon, and it was a choice between making Christmas pudding or CHOCOLATE OREO BROWNIES - which I will be posting next, as they are ridiculously delicious and I think I may have eaten all of them).
This little beauty, though,  literally takes minutes and is truly delicious, and not a bad idea to break away from the meat feast that the men in my life are constantly demanding..

I now have to wait till next Sunday for a repeat performance.

I didn't properly see the way Tom cooked his, but bound not to be a patch on this little gem..

I DO KNOW THIS PHOTO DOES NOT DO IT JUSTICE - BUT HAVE SOME FAITH!