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Denver Omelet Casserole

All the flavors you love in a Denver Omelet in casserole form using hash browns.
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Author: Catherine's Plates

Equipment

  • medium skillet
  • spatula
  • cutting board & sharp knife
  • large mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • non-stick cooking spray
  • 9 x 13 baking dish

Ingredients

  • 1 TBS butter
  • 6 oz deli ham, diced (or any other type cooked ham)
  • 1/2 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 medium colored bell pepper, diced (or use 3 sweet peppers)
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 16 oz frozen hash brown shreds, partially thawed
  • 8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a medium skillet over medium high heat add 1 TBS butter and allow to melt. Add in diced ham, peppers & onions. Stir around until peppers & onions are softened. Add to a large mixing bowl.
  • To the large bowl add in hash browns, 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well to combine. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish loosely.
  • In the same large bowl, crack in 8 large eggs. Add in milk, Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt & black pepper. Whisk until frothy. Pour egg mixture over the hash brown mixture in baking dish evenly.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until eggs are set. NOTE: use a knife inserted in middle of casserole to make sure eggs are set.
  • Remove from oven. Sprinkle 1/2 cup cheddar cheese on top along with sliced green onions. Place back in oven until cheese melts.
  • Allow to sit a few minutes before cutting into squares. Enjoy.