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# Low Carb Ham Cheese Bakes

## Instructions

### 1. Preheat the Oven

* Preheat your oven to **375°F (190°C)**.

* Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or a small baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

### 2. Prepare the Egg Mixture

* In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:

  * 6 large eggs

  * ½ cup heavy cream

  * 1 tablespoon melted butter

  * Garlic powder

  * Onion powder

  * Paprika

  * Salt and black pepper to taste

### 3. Add the Fillings

* Stir in:

  * 2 cups diced ham

  * 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

  * ½ cup mozzarella cheese

  * Chopped parsley

* If using optional add-ins such as spinach, mushrooms, peppers, or bacon, fold them in now.

### 4. Fill the Pan

* Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.

* If using a baking dish, pour the mixture evenly into the prepared dish.

### 5. Bake

* Muffin tin: Bake for **18–22 minutes**.

* Baking dish: Bake for **25–30 minutes**.

* The bakes are done when the centers are set and the tops are lightly golden.

### 6. Cool and Serve

* Allow to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan.

* Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

* Serve warm.

## Serving Suggestions

* Pair with sliced avocado.

* Serve alongside a simple green salad.

* Add a dollop of sour cream.

* Enjoy with sautéed zucchini or asparagus for a complete low-carb meal.

## Storage

### Refrigerator

* Store in an airtight container for up to **4 days**.

### Freezer

* Freeze individually wrapped portions for up to **2 months**.

### Reheating

* Microwave for 30–60 seconds.

* Or warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes.

## Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

Assuming 12 servings:

* Calories: 160–190

* Protein: 13–15 g

* Fat: 11–14 g

* Total Carbohydrates: 1–3 g

* Fiber: 0–1 g

* Net Carbs: 1–2 g

## Tips for Success

* Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting texture.

* Avoid overbaking to keep the egg mixture tender.

* Pat excess moisture from vegetables before adding them.

* Mix and match cheeses such as Swiss, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.

These Low Carb Ham Cheese Bakes are an easy, prot

Your recipe introduction and ingredient list are clear and appealing. Here are the complete preparation instructions, baking details, and approximate nutrition information to finish the recipe.

Low Carb Ham Cheese Bakes

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or a small baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

2. Prepare the Egg Mixture

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:

  • 6 large eggs

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

  • Garlic powder

  • Onion powder

  • Paprika

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

3. Add the Fillings

• Stir in:

  • 2 cups diced ham

  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese

  • Chopped parsley

• If using optional add-ins such as spinach, mushrooms, peppers, or bacon, fold them in now.

4. Fill the Pan

• Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.

• If using a baking dish, pour the mixture evenly into the prepared dish.

5. Bake

• Muffin tin: Bake for 18–22 minutes.

• Baking dish: Bake for 25–30 minutes.

• The bakes are done when the centers are set and the tops are lightly golden.

6. Cool and Serve

• Allow to cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan.

• Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

• Serve warm.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with sliced avocado.

• Serve alongside a simple green salad.

• Add a dollop of sour cream.

• Enjoy with sautéed zucchini or asparagus for a complete low-carb meal.

Storage

Refrigerator

• Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freezer

• Freeze individually wrapped portions for up to 2 months.

Reheating

• Microwave for 30–60 seconds.

• Or warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes.

Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

Assuming 12 servings:

• Calories: 160–190

• Protein: 13–15 g

• Fat: 11–14 g

• Total Carbohydrates: 1–3 g

• Fiber: 0–1 g

• Net Carbs: 1–2 g

Tips for Success

• Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting texture.

• Avoid overbaking to keep the egg mixture tender.

• Pat excess moisture from vegetables before adding them.

• Mix and match cheeses such as Swiss, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.

These Low Carb Ham Cheese Bakes are an easy, protein-packed meal that works equally well for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or weekly meal prep.

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