Gratin of Shredded Potatoes with Ham and Eggs and O

Name: Gratin of Shredded Potatoes with Ham and Eggs and Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely minced onions; 2 Tb olive oil; 1/2 cup (3 ounces) finely diced cooked ham; 4 eggs; 1/2 clove crushed garlic; 2 Tb minced parsley and/or chives and chervil; 2/3 cup (3 ounces) grated Swiss cheese; 4 Tb whipping cream, light cream, or milk; Pinch of pepper; 1/4 tsp salt; 3 medium-sized potatoes (about 10 ounces); 2 Tb butter; 1/2 Tb butter cut into pea-sized dots; An 11- to 12-inch baking dish or skillet about 2 inches deep or individual baking dishes about 6 inches in diameter

Servings: persons

1/2 cup finely minced onions
2 Tb olive oil
1/2 cup (3 ounces) finely diced cooked ham
4 eggs
1/2 clove crushed garlic
2 Tb minced parsley and/or chives and chervil
2/3 cup (3 ounces) grated Swiss cheese
4 Tb whipping cream, light cream, or milk
Pinch of pepper
1/4 tsp salt
3 medium-sized potatoes (about 10 ounces)
2 Tb butter
1/2 Tb butter cut into pea-sized dots
An 11- to 12-inch baking dish or skillet about 2 inches deep or individual baking dishes about 6 inches in diameter

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Cook the onions slowly in the oil and butter for 5 minutes or so, until tender but not browned.
3
Raise heat slightly, stir in ham, and cook a moment more.
4
Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl with the garlic, herbs, cheese, cream or milk, and seasonings.
5
Then blend in the ham and onions.
6
Peel the potatoes and grate them, using large holes of grater.
7
A handful at a time, squeeze out their water.
8
Stir potatoes into egg mixture.
9
Check seasoning.
10
(May be prepared ahead to this point.)
11
Heat the butter in the dish.
12
When foaming, pour in the potato and egg mixture.
13
Dot with butter.
14
Set in upper third of preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until top is nicely browned.
15
Serve directly from the dish or skillet.

1591

kcal

Calories

156

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup finely minced onions, 2 Tb olive oil, 1/2 cup (3 ounces) finely diced cooked ham, 4 eggs, and more.

Yes, Gratin of Shredded Potatoes with Ham and Eggs and Onions 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.

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Gratin of Shredded Potatoes with Ham and Eggs and Onions

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Variations & substitutions

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