Easy breakfast casserole-Cheesy Ham Hash Brown Casserole #breakfast

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

cream of chicken soup

🥗Healthier: homemade cream sauce

💰Cheaper: cream of mushroom soup

Cream of mushroom is often cheaper and works as a substitute.

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: bacon

Bacon can be a more affordable option while adding flavor.

Slice the ham steak into 1/2 inch pieces and set aside.

Cook 1 pound of thick cut bacon in the oven until almost crispy, then dice it.

Dice the green bell pepper.

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of sour cream and 8 large eggs.

Add 2 1/2 teaspoons of blackening seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 2 teaspoons of kosher salt to the egg mixture and mix well.

Add the chopped bacon, diced ham, and diced green bell pepper to the mixture.

Add 12 ounces of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, reserving 1/3 for topping, and mix everything together.

Add thawed shredded hash browns to the mixture and stir until combined.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.

Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and press it down evenly.

Sprinkle the reserved cheese on top of the mixture.

Bake in the oven for 45 minutes until melted and golden brown.

Let the casserole set for a few minutes after removing it from the oven.

Chop fresh chives and sprinkle them on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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