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Ham and Cheese Egg Casserole

Ham and Cheese Egg Casserole

One of the main reasons that I like to cook ham is for the leftovers. After cooking the mustard and gingersnap crusted ham dinner I cut up the leftovers for later use. I cut a few thin slices for sandwiches, some pieces with the tasty gingersnap crust for lunches during the week and rest was cubed for use in other dishes. Ham and eggs is a classic combination and I always end up doing something ham and eggs. This time I remembered seeing Kalyn's recipe for a breakfast casserole on Kalyn's Kitchen that I had wanted to try. I liked the fact that this casserole used cottage cheese in addition to the eggs and it that it was a nice and simple recipe. Other than the eggs and cottage cheese you can add pretty much whatever you want and I decided to go with some cheddar cheese for some more flavour and some jalapeno peppers for a nice kick. Kalyn has recipes for different sized pans and I decided to go with the one that would fit in an 8 inch square baking pan as that would provide me with 6 servings which would give me nice and quick breakfasts for the whole work week. The ham and cheese egg casserole turned out great! It was nice and light and yet filling and best of all it tasted great! I really enjoyed the spicy kick that the jalapenos gave it first thing in the morning. I am looking forward to breakfasts this week.

Ham and Cheese Egg Casserole

(makes 6 servings)
Printable Recipe

Ingredients:
10 eggs
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup ham (diced)
1 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
1/4 cup jalapeno peppers (sliced)
2 green onions (chopped)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Mix everything in a bowl.
2. Pour into an 8 inch square baking pan.
3. Bake in a preheated 375F oven until the eggs are firmly set and golden brown on top, about 25-35 minutes.

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60 comments:

Sharon said...

Oh, now I know what to do with cottage cheese! -lol-

Kitt said...

Funny, I was just looking around for a baked macaroni and cheese recipe so I could use up some leftover cheese and ham. But this looks pretty tempting, too.

Anonymous said...

This looks delish. I don't feel so good right now and this looks wonderful.

Cheryl said...

I love the addition of cottage cheese, I will try it.

Paula said...

I love casseroles like this for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Great recipe!

Michelle said...

mmm...try it with green chiles and chorizo sometime, you won't be disappointed!

Kalyn said...

I was just thinking that looked good when I saw that you got inspired by my recipe! Love the idea of adding some jalapenos, yum!

Bobby said...

yum, this casserole looks amazing. What could be better for breakfast?

Hayley said...

Beautiful picture, love that crusty top!

chuck said...

Looks yummy! I know what you mean, I think ham is always better the next day. And, theres so many thing you can do with left over ham too.

dishesdone said...

Looks fabulous, Kevin! I have missed a few weeks of checking your blog, so many great recipes and pics to catch up on! This one looks right up my alley! I accidentally deleted my blog so I started from scratch!

Pam said...

I also cook ham just so I can find all the fun ways to use the leftovers. My favorite is in a bread pudding.

Ciao Chow Linda said...

It's great how you managed to turn a baked ham into so many other meals. good planning.

Sharon said...

Kevin, this looks absolutely amazing (as usual). If I had this for breakfast, I'd be a happy lady!

ttfn300 said...

love this kinda meal :)

[eatingclub] vancouver || js said...

This is a wonderful idea for breakfast. Wow!

Elra said...

Simply delicious Kevin.
Cheers,
Elra

Helene said...

Your casserole is great, I like that you added some jalapenos.

Foxglove said...

that casserole's makin me really hungry now! i actually thought of doin somethin similar but i lack the cheese at home :(

Sylvie said...

That looks like a good way to start a day.

Ann said...

This is definitely a full breakfast.I love casseroles too.

Netts Nook said...

Kevin this looks great just like mom always made on Christmas can't wait to try your recipe.

Joanne said...

My family always makes lasagna and ham on Christmas, but everyone is usually so full from the lasagna that the ham goes straight to the fridge. This Christmas, I used it for all kinds of omelets and frittatas...ham and cheese are such a versatile combination, they taste good with nearly everything! Another good use for leftover ham could be to make a pizza or calzone with it!

Karen said...

That looks yummy! I make a similar dish that also contains bread slices.

pigpigscorner said...

Reminds me of quiche! Looks really deilcious.

Cathy - wheresmydamnanswer said...

This looks so incredible and is perfect for a cozy rainy weekend!!

HoneyB said...

This looks really yum Kevin! If I had cottage cheese I would have made this today! I baked a ham yesterday..

StickyGooeyCreamyChewy said...

What a great dish! Breakfast casseroles are a perfect way to use up leftovers.

Sophie said...

Kevin, this looks so good, but can you make this with 4 eggs? instead of 10? Is it possible? Can you make them with omega 3 eggs, then you have less cholesterol than normal eggs!
Bye for now, greets, Sophie

Jan said...

Looks tasty!

Garrett said...

If you have a leftover ham hock, making a batch of split pea soup with it, or some bean stew, is a great way to use it. But yes, ham and eggs always seem to go together perfectly.

Natashya said...

A great way to use up ham! I love the addition of cottage cheese.

Lori Lynn said...

Perfect for Sunday brunch!

Cinnamonda said...

The casserole looks very tasty! Ham leftovers really are great for many recipes.

Greetings,
Tiina

Melissa said...

Breakfast casseroles are my favorite. Can't wait to try this one. I just made your spinach and artichoke dip and it was delish!

Marjie said...

I like how you plan ahead and make breakfast for the whole week at one shot! There's nothing like a good egg casserole!

blackberry said...

I got a job! This will be perfect for the upcoming week.

MaryBeth said...

Cottage Cheese....wow now that is different, sounds great and looks fabulous.

Karen said...

I'd have to add some chopped green chiles to that but even without it looks great. Your photos are fantastic!

mikky said...

i love the simplicity, yet so yummy, of this dish... :)

ChichaJo said...

I love this! Eggs for breakfast and a perfect use for leftovers :)

Beachlover said...

my comfy food!! look delicious!!

Jo said...

I must say that this dish has really caught my eye, but I would also have to say that I love your blog... it's ACE!!

Your photo's are great as is your wording. I really look forward to reading every new post.

Will definately be trying this dish for breakie this week.

Take care,

Jo

Cakebrain said...

hey, this meal totally fits into my low-carb plan! yay! looks yummy!

Danny said...

Just cooked a ham on the weekend....This was perfect timing...Delicious breakfast!!!

jesse said...

That looks AMAZING. What a great twist to a breakfast favourite!

Kevin said...

Sophie: It would be pretty easy to scale this recipe down to 4 eggs or you could just halve everything and use 5. I did not mind making such a large batch as the leftovers are just as good and I will have quick breakfasts for the week. I am sure that omega 3 eggs would work as well.

Katie said...

This looks like a great lunch with a green salad. Hmm something to think about! I wish it was what I was eating right now instead of this sandwich.

Pam said...

Yum. I can't wait to make this. Looks so comforting and tasty.

Aggie said...

I have lots of Christmas ham leftover in the freezer...what a great way to use it up! This looks wonderful!

LunaCafe said...

Kevin, this looks yummy! From the photo, I was expecting to see cubed bread and a liquid, in addition to the eggs, in the recipe. Is this similar to a frittata then? Looks like a great brunch dish.

Marc @ NoRecipes said...

Kevin, this looks great! This would make the perfect weekend brunch with a nice arugula salad.

Laila said...

simple and delicious .. perfect for breakfast .. Laila .. http://limeandlemon.wordpress.com/

Jeff said...

Wow I never would have thought about adding cottage cheese but now I must try....

Culinary Cory said...

These are my favorite kinds of breakfasts. Just throw it in a dish and bake.

Jeanne said...

Do you know, I've wanted to make one of Kalyn'e breakfast casseroles for the longest time, but have never got round to it? Maybe seeing your beautiful version will finally persuade me!

Adam Sank said...

This looks awesome and low-carb. Totally going to try making it this weekend... Thanks for posting!

Lori McLain said...

Just love this recipe.

I love the photo better. I am using this in an original recipe contest hosted by Frenchs.com

http://www.frenchs.com/Contest/recipe/brunch-of-fun-casserole-743.html

Check out my recipe with me using your picture.

I hope I win and wish me luck.

Lori from Texas

robinsona79 said...

This was delicious! I shared this with my friend and her coworker and they both loved it! Will definitely make it again.

hope chests said...

I think this is much better than my mac and cheese recipe! This is really perfect!

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