Cheesy Baked Ham Omelet Squares Recipe

Name: Cheesy Baked Ham Omelet Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 1 (12 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, well drained; 2 -3 cups cooked cubed ham; 12 large eggs, beaten (or use extra-large eggs); 1/4 teaspoon baking powder (yes! baking powder); 1/2 cup half-and-half cream; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1/2 teaspoon white salt; 1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional and to taste) or 1 dash hot sauce (optional and to taste)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 (12 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, well drained
2 -3 cups cooked cubed ham
12 large eggs, beaten (or use extra-large eggs)
1/4 teaspoon baking powder (yes! baking powder)
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1/2 teaspoon white salt
1 dash Tabasco sauce (optional and to taste) or 1 dash hot sauce (optional and to taste)

1
Set oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3
Sprinkle 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese, mushrooms and ham on the bottom of the baking dish; set aside.
4
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; add in onion and green bell pepper and cook until softened (about 3-4 minutes) then sprinkle the mixture on top of the ham in the baking dish.
5
In a bowl whisk the eggs with baking powder cream, salt, pepper and Tabasco until well blended; pour over the ingredients in the dish (do not stir).
6
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the eggs are no longer runny and the center is set and top is slightly browned.
7
Sprinkle top of the casserole with 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese, you may stick the pan back in the oven for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese or the cheese will still melt is sprinkled on right our of the oven.
8
Cool then cut into squares.

1074

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped, 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Baked Ham Omelet Squares falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cheesy Baked Ham Omelet Squares

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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