Omelette Arnold Bennett

How to Make Omelette Arnold Bennett

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1. Put the haddock, milk and bay leaf in a wide pan, bring to a bare simmer, and poach for 5 minutes, until the fish flakes. Lift the fish out, strain and keep the milk, and flake the fish, discarding the skin and bones.

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2. Melt the 15 g butter in a small pan, stir in the flour, and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in 100 ml of the poaching milk and simmer for 2 minutes, until thick. Stir in the flaked haddock and half of the Parmesan and keep warm.

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3. Heat the grill to high.

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4. Beat the eggs with the salt and pepper. Melt half of the 20 g butter in a 20 cm non-stick frying pan over medium heat, pour in half of the eggs, and cook for 2 minutes, drawing the edges towards the middle, until just set with a soft top. Slide onto a heatproof plate and repeat with the rest.

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5. Spoon the haddock sauce over each omelette, pour over the cream, and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan.

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6. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes, until bubbling and golden. Scatter with the chives and serve at once.

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Tips for Making Omelette Arnold Bennett

• Take the omelettes off the heat while the top is still soft. They finish cooking under the grill, and an omelette that is fully set turns rubbery.
• Poach the haddock in the milk and use it for the sauce. The milk carries the smoky flavour of the fish.
• Use a heatproof plate or dish that can go under the grill, and warm it first. It saves transferring the omelette and losing the shape.

Common Substitutions & Variations

• Double cream won't whip if you swap it, but for the cooking itself, full-fat crème fraîche or a lower-fat single cream works in its place.

What to Serve with Omelette Arnold Bennett

• Buttered toast
• Grilled tomatoes
• Fresh orange juice

Storing & Reheating Omelette Arnold Bennett

Best eaten at once. The poached fish and sauce can be made a day ahead and kept in the fridge, and the omelettes cooked and glazed when you are ready.

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Omelette Arnold Bennett Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.