FARMERS CASSEROLE

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Ingredients:

Nonstick cooking spray
3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese with
jalapeno peppers or shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup diced cooked ham, or Canadian-style bacon
1/4 cup sliced green onions (2)
4 beaten eggs or 1 cup refrigerated or
frozen egg product, thawed
1-1/2 cups milk or one 12-ounce can evaporated milk or
evaporated fat-free milk
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

1 Coat a 2-quart square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange potatoes evenly in the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle with cheese, ham, and green onions.
2 In a bowl combine eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour egg mixture over potato mixture in dish.
3 Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree F oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Makes 6 servings.
4 Make-ahead directions: Prepare as above through step 2. Cover and chill for up to 24 hours. Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Makes 6 Equal Servings
Nutritional Info Per Serving: Calories 265, Carbs 23 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17 g