The Denver sandwich is a western (Canadian) favorite – a toasted sandwich made with a fried egg filling containing ham, onions, and peppers. We couldn’t find it on any restaurant menus here in “the east” until we discovered that it was called a western sandwich here. Well, here is the Denver/Western sandwiches cousin – the Denver Omelet. A breakfast dish made easy because it is baked – no watching and turning required. It doesn’t have to be just for breakfast, this also makes a nice quick dinner.
Baked Denver Omelet
Baked eggs with onion, pepper, ham and cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
- 1 cup chopped cooked ham
- 8 eggs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a small skillet. Add onion and green pepper, cook until softened but not browned. Remove from heat, add ham. Set aside.
- In a bowl beat eggs and milk until light and fluffy. Stir in the ham mixture and 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour into a greased 9 inch square or 10 inch round baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over top. Bake at 400 degrees F. for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Great brunch favorite. Reheats wonderfully in the microwave.
I use red pepper instead of green and bake for 35 minutes at high altitude (Denver, CO).