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Denver Breakfast Casserole (Keto, Low-Carb, Grain-Free, Gluten-Free)

This Denver breakfast casserole makes an easy breakfast, when made ahead of time. This taste of Denver is not only quick, but a healthy alternative to muffins or bagels.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 day 25 minutes
Total Time 1 day 55 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 319.1
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Pound Rutabaga, peeled & cubed
  • 4 Tbsp Butter, divided
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder, or to taste, divided
  • 1 tsp Himalayan Pink Salt, or to taste, divided
  • 1 Pound Ham, cubed
  • 1 Green Pepper, diced
  • 8 Ounces Mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 Small Onion, diced
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 1½ Cup Shredded Mexican Cheese, divided
  • 12 Large Eggs
  • 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • 9 x 11 Baking Dish
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place rutabaga in baking dish. Sprinkle with a ½ teaspoon each of salt and garlic powder and top with 2 Tbsp of butter. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  3. Meanwhile, melt 2 Tbsp of butter in a large skillet. Saute green pepper, onion, mushroom and garlic until vegetables are soft and onion is translucent.
  4. Add the ham cubes to the skillet and cook until heated through. Sprinkle with more salt and garlic powder, to taste, if needed.
  5. Add the ham and vegetable mix to the cooked rutabaga in the baking dish. Top with ½ of the shredded cheese; set aside.
  6. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
  7. In mixing bowl, combine eggs, cream, salt and garlic powder to taste; whisk well. Pour egg mixture over ham and vegetable mixture in baking dish. Mix well to combine in the baking dish.
  8. Place casserole in oven and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove casserole from oven. Sprinkle with remaining ½ of the shredded cheese.
  10. Place the casserole back in the oven for 20 minutes, or until casserole is set and cheese is bubbly.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (by Sparkpeople.com)
12 Servings
Amount Per Serving:
  • Calories                                 319.1
  • Total Fat                                 24.4 g
  • Saturated Fat                          12.8 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat              1.8 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat           5.8 g
  • Cholesterol                          259.7 mg
  • Sodium                                 726.9 mg
  • Potassium                            387.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate                7.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber                            1.3 g
  • Sugars                                        3.2 g
  • Protein                                     17.7 g
 
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.