Make-Ahead Cheesy Ham-Mushroom Egg Bake Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead Cheesy Ham-Mushroom Egg Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 1/2 cups swiss cheese, divided; 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 lb fresh sliced mushrooms; 1 small chopped yellow onion (or use 6 green onions, chopped); 1 small green bell peppers or 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 2 cups fully-cooked cubed ham; 8 large eggs; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 3/4 cups half-and-half cream or 1 3/4 cups milk; 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1/4 teaspoon white salt; fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 1/2 cups swiss cheese, divided
1/4 cup butter
1/2 lb fresh sliced mushrooms
1 small chopped yellow onion (or use 6 green onions, chopped)
1 small green bell peppers or 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups fully-cooked cubed ham
8 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups half-and-half cream or 1 3/4 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt or 1/4 teaspoon white salt
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

1
Grease a 13 x 9-inch caserole dish.
2
Sprinkle 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese into the bottom of the casserole dish.
3
In a skillet melt butter over medium-high heat.
4
Add in mushrooms, onion and and bell pepper; cook stirring until softened and the mushroom loose their moisture, then stir in chopped ham.
5
Sprinkle the mixture over the cheese.
6
In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs with flour, half and half cream or milk, salt and pepper; pour over the ham mixture.
7
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
8
Remove from fridge 30 minutes before baking.
9
Set oven to 350 degrees F.
10
Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean.
11
Remove from oven and sprinkle about 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese on top and allow to melt.
12
Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

1277

kcal

Calories

104

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 1/2 cups swiss cheese, divided, 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 lb fresh sliced mushrooms, 1 small chopped yellow onion (or use 6 green onions, chopped), and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead Cheesy Ham-Mushroom Egg Bake 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Make-Ahead Cheesy Ham-Mushroom Egg Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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