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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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There's nothing nicer than a delicious egg dish you can prepare the night before so you're not scrambling when guests arrive. With satisfying ingredients like ham and a creamy cheese sauce, this dish is really special. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, divided |
2 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon pepper |
2 cups milk |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded process american cheese |
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham |
1/4 cup sliced green onions |
12 eggs, beaten |
1 jar (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained |
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs |
additional sliced green onions, optional |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Whisk in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese; set aside.
2. In a large skillet, saute ham and onions in 3 tablespoons butter until onions are tender. Add eggs; cook and stir until eggs are almost set. Stir in mushrooms and cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over top. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight.
3. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until top is golden brown. Sprinkle with additional green onions if desired. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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