Baked Denver Omelet
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5
Baked Denver Omelet
Description
The Baked Denver Omelet layers chopped cooked ham at the bottom of a greased baking dish, topped with sautéed bell peppers and onions for added sweetness and texture. Sharp cheddar cheese is sprinkled over the vegetables, then a well-seasoned mixture of eggs and milk is poured over all. Baking at 400°F until puffed and set yields a firm egg base with a slightly golden and tender top.
This dish offers the harmonious combination of smoky ham, sweet peppers, and melty cheese, all baked together to create a cohesive casserole instead of a stir-fried omelet. Served warm, optional avocado slices provide creaminess and chives add a mild oniony note, while hot sauce can add a spicy kick.
For variations, pre-cooked bacon or sausage can replace the ham after crumbling. The recipe is inspired by a simple yet hearty Denver omelet, adapted for oven baking to feed a group or prepare in advance.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper chop veggies small, chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper chopped
- 1/3 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup cooked ham heaping, chopped, fully cooked bone-in ham steak
- 8 egg large
- 1/3 cup milk
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded sharp
- avocado for serving (optional, sliced
- chive for serving (optional, chopped (for chives
- hot sauce for serving (optional, chopped (for chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a 7 by 11-inch or 9 by 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Sprinkle ham into an even layer in bottom of baking dish.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add red and green bell peppers and onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Evenly pour pepper mixture over ham layer then sprinkle evenly with cheese.
- In a large mixing bowl whisk together eggs and milk until well blended. Season with salt and pepper and stir, then pour over mixture in baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven until puffy and set, about 22 - 25 minutes. Cut and serve warm with avocado slices and optional chives and hot sauce.
Notes
- Pre-cook and crumble bacon or sausage if substituting for ham.
- Sauté vegetables until softened before layering for balanced texture.
- Serve warm with optional avocado slices and chives for added freshness.
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Overall Rating
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