Cheesy Eggs Baked in a Ham Cup With Sofrito Recipe

Name: Cheesy Eggs Baked in a Ham Cup With Sofrito
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 a large red bell pepper, coarsely chopped (about 2/3 cup); 1 small onion, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup); 1 large plum tomato, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup); ½ cup packed rinsed and dried fresh cilantro; 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped (about 4 teaspoons); kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; 8 slices black forest ham (without holes, 6 to 8 ounces) or 8 virginia ham (without holes, 6 to 8 ounces); 2 ounces monterey jack cheese (about 1/2 cup) or 2 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup); 8 large eggs; 8 large tortilla chips, coarsely crushed (3-inch triangles)

Servings: persons

12 a large red bell pepper, coarsely chopped (about 2/3 cup)
1 small onion, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 large plum tomato, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
½ cup packed rinsed and dried fresh cilantro
4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped (about 4 teaspoons)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
8 slices black forest ham (without holes, 6 to 8 ounces) or 8 virginia ham (without holes, 6 to 8 ounces)
2 ounces monterey jack cheese (about 1/2 cup) or 2 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
8 large eggs
8 large tortilla chips, coarsely crushed (3-inch triangles)

1
Preheat the oven to 400F.
2
Combine the bell pepper, onion, tomato, cilantro, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor and process until smooth.
3
Fit a slice of ham into each of 8 lightly oiled muffin cups, custard cups, or mini souffle dishes (they must hold a scant 1/2-cup) with the ends of the ham extending above the edges of cups.
4
Divide the sofrito mixture among the cups, shaping a hollow in the center.
5
Crack 1 egg into each, and divide the cheese over the tops.
6
If using custard cups or souffle dishes, place on a rimmed baking sheet for easy handling.
7
Bake in the center of the oven until the whites are cooked but yolks are still runny, about 15 minutes.
8
Season the eggs with salt and pepper and carefully remove (with the ham) from the muffin cups, using 2 spoons or spatulas.
9
Sprinkle with tortilla chips and serve.

700

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 a large red bell pepper, coarsely chopped (about 2/3 cup), 1 small onion, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup), 1 large plum tomato, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup), ½ cup packed rinsed and dried fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Eggs Baked in a Ham Cup With Sofrito falls under the General 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.

Cheesy Eggs Baked in a Ham Cup With Sofrito

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