Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole Recipe
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Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Description
This Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole begins with mixing frozen hash browns, diced ham, and a combination of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, providing both sharp and mild cheesy flavors. The mixture is spread evenly in a prepared baking dish.
The wet ingredient blend consists of large eggs beaten with milk and seasoned with garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper, which is then poured over the layered ingredients. Baking at 350°F for 50-70 minutes allows the eggs to set and the casserole to firm up, resulting in a sliceable dish with distinct layers of potato and cheese pockets.
Once baked and lightly cooled, the casserole slices well and can be garnished with fresh parsley for added color. It is suitable for serving a group at breakfast or a brunch menu and pairs nicely with coffee or fruit sides.
Making it ahead and storing leftovers is practical, with options to refrigerate or freeze. Choosing freshly grated cheeses over pre-shredded can improve melt quality and texture.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces hash browns frozen
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 12 ounces ham diced
- 10 egg large
- 1½ cups milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- parsley for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Place the hash browns, cheeses, and ham in a large bowl and toss well, then spread the mixture in an even layer in the baking dish.
- Crack the eggs into the same bowl, then add the milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk well, then pour the mixture over the contents of the baking pan.
- Bake the casserole for 50-70 minutes, or until the eggs are set. Let stand a few minutes before slicing and serving, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months in airtight containers.
- For better melting, grate cheddar and mozzarella from blocks rather than using pre-shredded cheese.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 324 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 324kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 256mg | 85% |
| Sodium | 1037mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 561IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 230mg | 23% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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