What You Need:
- 1 apple, peeled, cored and chopped
- 1/4 C of onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp sage
- 2 tbsp of water
- 1 C of cooked lean ham, diced
- 3 C of frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1/2 C of reduced fat cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 C of skim milk
- 1/4 tsp of salt
How to Make It:
- Allow the oven to preheat to 350 degrees.
- Place the apple into an ovenproof skillet.
- Add the onion, sage and water and place over medium heat.
- Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until tender.
- Stir in the potatoes and ham.
- Cook the mixture for 10 minutes or until heated through.
- Remove the pan from the heat and quickly sprinkle half of the cheese over the top.
- Break the eggs into a mixing bowl.
- Add the milk and salt and whisk until blended well.
- Pour the mixture over the potatoes and ham but do not stir.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Makes 6 servings
When sautéing the apples and onions or even with other vegetables or meat use water, broth or even unsweetened fruit juice instead of oil or butter for a healthier addition to your meals.
Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes
Cooking Time: approximately 55 minutes
Total Time: approximately 1 hour 10 minutes
Nutritional Information: (approximate value per serving)
Calories 242; Fat 7g; Saturated Fat 3g; Carbohydrates 29g; Fiber 3g; Protein 16g; Cholesterol 15mg; Sodium 541mg