Cheesy Ham Breakfast Bake 🧀🥓

Ham & Cheese Souffle 🧀🥓

Description: This Ham & Cheese Souffle is the ultimate breakfast delight, perfect for preparing ahead so you can simply pop it in the oven and enjoy a hassle-free morning meal. With its savory combination of ham, cheese, and fluffy eggs, it’s a versatile dish that can elevate any brunch, lunch, or dinner gathering, especially when paired with your favorite veggies like broccoli or cauliflower.

• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Keywords: Ham, Pork, Cheese, Meat, < 4 Hours

Ingredients:

• 8 cups of cheddar cheese, shredded
• 8 slices of ham, diced
• 2 cups of eggs (approximately 6 large eggs)
• 2 cups of milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

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   • Lightly grease a 9 x 12-inch baking pan.

2. Layering:

   • Spread half of the bread cubes evenly in the prepared pan.
   • Sprinkle half of the diced ham and shredded cheddar cheese over the bread cubes.
   • Repeat the layering process with the remaining bread cubes, ham, and cheese.

3. Egg Mixture:

   • In a mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.

4. Assembly:

   • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread, ham, and cheese in the baking pan.

5. Refrigeration:

   • Cover the baking pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the bread to absorb the egg mixture.

6. Baking:

   • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Place the baking pan in a larger pan filled with water to create a water bath, which helps to ensure even cooking and prevent the souffle from drying out.
   • Bake the souffle for approximately 45 minutes, or until it is puffed up and set in the center.
   • If the top of the souffle begins to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.

7. Serving:

   • Once baked, remove the souffle from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
   • Garnish with fresh herbs or additional shredded cheese, if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 326.4
• Fat: 18.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 9.4g
• Cholesterol: 215.1mg
• Sodium: 959.3mg
• Carbohydrates: 16.2g
  • Fiber: 0.6g
  • Sugar: 1.5g
• Protein: 23.5g

Tips:

• To make this souffle even more indulgent, try adding sautéed vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the layers.
• For a vegetarian version, swap the ham for diced tofu or a variety of roasted vegetables.
• Serve the Ham & Cheese Souffle alongside a fresh green salad or some roasted potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave before serving.