Craving a savory and hearty breakfast that satisfies your taste buds and keeps you full? Look no further than cheesy ham mushroom and corn breakfast squares. This delightful dish combines the classic flavors of ham, mushrooms, and corn, enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese, all nestled within fluffy squares of golden-brown bread. These breakfast squares are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them the perfect weekday breakfast or weekend brunch treat. In just a few simple steps, you can whip up a batch of these delectable squares that will have your family and friends asking for more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving these cheesy ham mushroom and corn breakfast squares time and time again.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
CHEESY HAM AND MUSHROOM STRATA
Make this ham-and-cremini strata even more flavorful with a little Parmesan and a lot of Swiss cheese.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 9h20m
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Whisk the half-and-half, Parmesan and eggs, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
- Layer half of the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups of the Swiss cheese, followed by the cooked mushrooms and the ham. Cover with the remaining bread cubes and pour the half-and-half mixture evenly over top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. (This can also be assembled the day of; just let soak at room temperature 30 minutes to 1 hour before baking.)
- On the day of baking, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Let the strata sit at room temperature while the oven preheats. Remove the plastic and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Swiss cheese. Bake until slightly puffed and just no longer jiggly in the center, 40 to 50 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
HAM AND CHEESE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
This colorful, extra-cheesy breakfast casserole can be made ahead and baked the next day - perfect for brunch with a large crowd.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Lower the heat to medium and continue cooking and stirring until the onions are soft and caramelized, 20 minutes more. If they start to burn, lower the heat further. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Meanwhile, heat another large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter and the bread and cook, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown all over, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer the bread to a large bowl. Increase the heat to medium-high, add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the mushrooms and cook undisturbed to brown for 1 minute. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 2 minutes more. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, mustard, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a large bowl. Stir in the onions, bread, mushrooms, ham and 1 cup of the Gruyere. Transfer the mixture to the buttered baking dish. Top with a single layer of tomatoes and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Gruyere and the Parmesan. (The casserole can be refrigerated overnight and baked the next day.)
- Bake until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set (doesn't jiggle when shaken), about 40 minutes. Top with the parsley.
HAM 'N' CHEESE SQUARES
So easy to prepare, this egg dish is loaded with ham, Swiss cheese and caraway flavor. It cuts nicely into squares, making it an ideal addition to a brunch buffet. -Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, beat eggs until thickened and lemon-colored; fold into ham mixture. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 166mg cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.
HAM AND CHEESE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
This ham and cheese casserole is very filling. It should be assembled and then refrigerated overnight. I usually make this Christmas Eve and serve it Christmas morning after we open our presents.
Provided by CHAROLETTEKD
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Breakfast Casserole Recipes
Time 9h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Line the bottom of the dish with half the bread cubes. Sprinkle with ham, Cheddar cheese, and Swiss cheese, and top with remaining bread. In a bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, and onion powder. Pour evenly over bread. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a small bowl, blend the crushed cornflakes and melted butter. Spread evenly over the casserole.
- Bake 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 164.4 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 830.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
HAM AND CORN CASSEROLE
Leftover ham? Make it star in a hearty family-style casserole.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix ingredients. Pour into baking dish.
- Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until golden brown and set. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1340 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 2 g
MAKE-AHEAD CHEESY HAM-MUSHROOM EGG BAKE
This is completely prepared and refrigerated overnight which makes it a great weekend brunch casserole :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Grease a 13 x 9-inch caserole dish.
- Sprinkle 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Swiss cheese into the bottom of the casserole dish.
- In a skillet melt butter over medium-high heat.
- Add in mushrooms, onion and and bell pepper; cook stirring until softened and the mushroom loose their moisture, then stir in chopped ham.
- Sprinkle the mixture over the cheese.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs with flour, half and half cream or milk, salt and pepper; pour over the ham mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Remove from fridge 30 minutes before baking.
- Set oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle about 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese on top and allow to melt.
- Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.5, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 16.5, Cholesterol 283.4, Sodium 353.9, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.7, Protein 18.1
CHEESY HAM AND CORN CHOWDER
Chowders always bring to mind a picture of a cozy, kicked-back, winter-time family meal; cuddled up around a roaring fireplace with plenty of warm food, good cheer and loving friends. This one is a Sunday night family favorite - easy on the cook (and the cook's pocketbook), yet sure to bring raves from the hubby and kids. Enjoy!
Provided by Geralyn Walters
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Stir chicken broth, carrots, chicken bouillon, bay leaves, sea salt, pepper, thyme, marjoram, and garlic powder together in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 10 minutes. Add potatoes and onion; cook for 10 minutes more. Add celery; cook until all vegetables are fork tender, about 10 minutes more.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and whisk flour into butter until smooth. Return saucepan to medium heat; gradually add milk to butter mixture, whisking constantly, and cook until mixture thickens, 6 to 7 minutes.
- Stir milk mixture into vegetable mixture; add corn, Cheddar cheese, and ham, reduce heat to low, and simmer until ham is heated through and cheese melts, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 75.7 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 2034.2 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
CHEESY HAM CASSEROLE
I've often increased this recipe for big family events. It's a hearty dish that goes over well with a couple of a crowd.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the cubed cheese, ham, soup, butter, onion and pepper. Transfer into a greased shallow 3-cup baking dish. , In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes and sour cream. Spread over ham mixture. Arrange cheese slices over top of potato mixture; sprinkle with bacon. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 30g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1789mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
CHEESY EGG, HAM AND MUSHROOM CASSEROLE
Plan ahead this needs to chill for a minimum of 8 hours or up to 24 hours before baking which makes this the perfect brunch casserole! The cayenne is only optional--I like to add it in.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Breakfast
Time 8h35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl mix together 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar with 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese then sprinkle evenly into the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a large skillet melt butter oven medium heat; add in sliced mushrooms and cook until they release there moisture (about 10 minutes).
- Add in green onions and red bell pepper; saute for 3 minutes.
- Spoon the mushroom mixture over the cheese, then sprinkle the chopped ham over the mushroom mixture.
- In a bowl whisk together flour, eggs, 1/2 and 1/2, salt, pepper and cayenne (if using) until thoroughly blended; pour evenly over the ham.
- Cover and refrigerate for 8-24 hours.
- Remove from fridge 30 minutes before baking.
- Set oven to 350°F.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Top with 1 cup cheddar cheese (or to taste) and return to oven for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts.
SLOW-COOKER CHEESY HAM AU GRATIN
Enjoy this cheesy ham recipe slow cooked for dinner using Whole Kernel Corn, Red and Green Peppers.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spray 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine milk, soup and contents of seasoning packets from potatoes; blend well. Add potatoes, ham and corn; mix well. Pour mixture into sprayed slow cooker. Pour boiling water over potato mixture; stir to mix.
- Cover; cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 1/4 Cups, Sodium 1350 mg, Sugar 6 g
CREAMY HAM & MUSHROOM PASTA BAKE
Use up the leftovers in your fridge with this hearty family supper dish
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Pasta
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to pack instructions, then drain. Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6, then melt a little butter in a large saucepan. Fry the mushrooms for a couple of mins, then scoop out and set aside. Use some kitchen paper to wipe out the pan.
- Melt the remaining butter in the pan, then add most of the onions and soften for 1 min. Stir in the flour for another min, then gradually stir in the milk until you have a lump-free sauce. Increase the heat and bubble the sauce, stirring for a few mins to thicken. Turn off the heat, stir in the ham and most of the cheese, then season to taste.
- Tip the pasta and mushrooms into a large ovenproof dish, then pour over the sauce and mix well in the dish. Scatter over the remaining cheese and spring onions, then bake for 10 mins until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 678 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 89 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 1.58 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Prep Ahead: Save time in the morning by chopping the vegetables and cooking the ham the night before.
- Use a Variety of Cheeses: Feel free to mix and match your favorite cheeses to create a unique flavor combination.
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense square. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake Until Golden Brown: Keep an eye on the squares while they're baking. They're done when they're golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Serve with Your Favorite Toppings: These squares are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with your favorite breakfast toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or avocado.
Conclusion:
These Cheesy Ham, Mushroom, and Corn Breakfast Squares are a quick, easy, and delicious way to start your day. They're packed with protein and vegetables, and they're sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying breakfast, give these squares a try!
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