Ham & Cheese Hash Brown Casserole

5 from 39 votes

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 5

Total Time1 15

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Add the oil to a large skillet. Over medium high heat, sauté the ham until it browns. Remove it from the pan.
1 Tablespoon avocado oil, 1 pound good quality ham, diced
Add the onion and pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until softened. Add the italian seasoning, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, and pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Add a splash of water to deglaze the pan and lift all of the brown bits from the bottom. Reduce until the water has evaporated. Remove and set aside to cool.
1 small yellow onion, diced finely, 1 teaspoon EACH italian seasoning, garlic, cumin, & smoked paprika, fresh cracked black pepper
In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining salt, eggs, cream, sour cream, and hot sauce until well combined.
3/4 teaspoon Morton kosher salt*, 10 large eggs, 1 cup heavy cream*, 3/4 cup full fat sour cream, 2 Tablespoons hot sauce
Fold in the cooled ham, onions and peppers, cheese, and hash browns.
1 bell pepper, diced finely, 8 ounces (2 cups) sharp cheddar cheese*, 4 cups (12 ounces) frozen shredded or diced hash browns
Lightly grease a 9 x 13 baking dish. Transfer the egg mixture to the dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight or bake immediately.
Bake for 50-60 minutes. The center should be barely wobbly and the edges should be set. The internal temperature should be 160 degrees.