Ham and Cheese Delight (Printable Version)
A flavorful, creamy dish loaded with ham, cheddar, and cream cheese. Great for prepping ahead and storing in the freezer.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base
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3 tablespoons of cooking oil (vegetable)
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2 soft corn tortillas, sliced into small strips or squares
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4 to 5 large eggs, whisked until blended
→ Fresh Vegetables
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1 medium-sized red tomato, chopped
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1 jalapeño, chopped finely
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1 small white or yellow onion, diced
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1 small red bell pepper, cut into pieces
→ Cheese & Seasonings
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A half cup of shredded pepper jack or Monterey Jack cheese
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Add black pepper and salt according to your taste
→ Optional Toppings
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Spicy red chili flakes
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Sliced fresh hot peppers
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Sliced avocado
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A few dashes of your favorite hot sauce
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Heat oil in a big frying pan. Drop in the tortilla strips and fry them until golden and crispy. This will take around 4 or 5 minutes. Make sure to flip 'em now and then. Take them out and put them on paper towels. Sprinkle some salt while they’re still hot.
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Using the same pan and oil, add your diced onions and peppers. Let them cook for around 5 minutes until they’re soft and smell great.
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Throw in your diced tomato and pour the whisked eggs over the mix. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, then gently stir everything together.
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Let the eggs cook for a couple of minutes, stirring every so often. Stop when they’re softly set but still nice and creamy.
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Take the pan off the heat and mix in the crispy tortilla strips and cheese. Add any toppings you like, such as chili flakes, peppers, avocado slices, or hot sauce. Enjoy!
# Additional Notes:
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If you're short on time, swap tortillas for store-bought tortilla chips.
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Boost the meal by adding your choice of protein like chorizo.
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A spoonful of your favorite salsa can really take this dish up a notch.