BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

3 cups frozen shredded potatoes
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 cup diced cooked ham
1 cup shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Thaw potatoes between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Press potatoes into bottom and up sides of an ungreased 9-inch pie plate; drizzle the melted butter over potatoes.

Bake at 425 for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned; cool on a rack for 10 minutes.

Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F.

Combine ham, cheese, and bell pepper; spoon into potato shell.

Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper, blending well; pour egg mixture over ham mixture.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes, or until set. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Servings: 4