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Creamy Green Eggs and Ham Recipe with Fresh Spinach

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A quick and easy breakfast recipe combining creamy eggs, fresh spinach, and savory ham for a delicious and comforting meal perfect for any morning.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh spinach, packed, washed and roughly chopped
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup diced ham (thick-cut or leftover)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or whole milk (or dairy-free milk alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/4 cup grated cheese (cheddar or Swiss, optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and roughly chop about 2 cups of fresh spinach. Dice 1 cup of ham into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, crack 6 large eggs. Add 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add diced ham and sauté for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant. Remove ham from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Toss in the chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until wilted but still bright green.
  5. Pour the beaten eggs over the spinach in the skillet. Reduce heat to low–medium. Let eggs sit undisturbed for 15-20 seconds until edges start to set.
  6. Sprinkle the cooked ham and 1/4 cup grated cheese evenly over the eggs. Using a spatula, gently fold and stir the eggs, ham, and spinach together. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until eggs are creamy and just set but still moist—about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately for best creamy texture.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for fluffier texture. Cook eggs on low heat and fold gently to keep them creamy and tender. Fresh spinach is preferred over frozen for best flavor and texture. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat gently on stovetop to avoid dryness.

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Keywords: green eggs, ham, spinach, creamy eggs, breakfast recipe, easy breakfast, brunch, savory eggs

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