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Omelettes can be made with all kinds of things to flavor them. We have suggested several here, but the variety you can make is limited only by your own imagination. Narnian omelettes are made with all kinds of fillings and different kinds of eggs. Wild seagulls’ and wild plovers’ eggs are two tasty varieties, though, of course, it is always bad manners to serve any egg dish in the presence of Narnian Talking Birds. Omelettes are often regarded as breakfast food but can, in fact, be eaten at any time of the day. Experiment with your omelette recipes by adding spices, such as a touch of curry powder or some ginger, for example.

“So first of all he has porridge and pavenders and kidneys and bacon and omelettes and cold ham and toast and marmalade, and coffee and beer.”

—THE SILVER CHAIR

1 SERVING

1 tablespoon water

2 eggs, the yolks separated from the whites

Pinch of salt and white pepper

1 tablespoon butter

ASSORTED FILLINGS:

2 tablespoons grated Cheddar or Cheshire or another flavorful cheese

herbs: 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley, chives, or dill

onion: 1 tablespoon chopped, sautéed in 1 teaspoon butter until soft and translucent

mushrooms: 2 tablespoons sliced, cooked in 1 teaspoon butter

1. Preheat broiler.

2. Stir the water and the egg yolks vigorously until well combined. Stir in a pinch of salt and pepper.

3. Whisk the egg whites until stiff. Gently fold the egg whites into the yolks until just combined.

4. Over medium heat, melt the butter in an ovenproof omelette pan. Tip the pan from side to side to coat well with the butter. Pour in the egg mixture. As the edges set, lift them away from the sides of the pan and let the uncooked egg run under. When the bottom is well set, put the pan under the broiler and cook a minute or so to set the top.

5. Remove the pan from the broiler; spread filling over ½ of the omelette. Run a spatula around the edge of the pan, fold the omelette in half, and slide out onto a warm plate. Serve piping hot.