Greens, Eggs and Ham Biscuits

Health score
17%
Greens, Eggs and Ham Biscuits
80 min.
8
471kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your breakfast game? Introducing our delightful Greens, Eggs and Ham Biscuits—a dish that perfectly marries the comforting flavors of classic breakfast with a fresh twist. This recipe is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings together the vibrant taste of fresh spinach and basil, the savory goodness of ham, and the rich creaminess of eggs, all nestled within warm, flaky biscuits.

Imagine starting your day with a hearty serving of these scrumptious biscuits, each bite bursting with flavor and nutrition. The combination of protein-packed eggs and ham, along with the nutrient-rich greens, makes this dish a wholesome choice for breakfast or brunch. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, taking just 80 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for both busy mornings and leisurely weekends.

Whether you’re hosting a brunch gathering or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, these Greens, Eggs and Ham Biscuits are sure to impress. The golden-brown biscuits, brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with cornmeal, provide a delightful crunch that complements the soft, cheesy egg filling. Topped with fresh basil, this dish not only looks beautiful but also tastes incredible. Get ready to savor every bite and enjoy a meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • oz baby spinach fresh washed
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh packed
  • teaspoons butter melted
  • 16.3 oz biscuits refrigerated pillsbury® canned (8 biscuits)
  • oz finely-chopped ham cooked very thinly sliced (from deli)
  • 12  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • teaspoons cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In 12-inch skillet, cook and stir spinach in oil over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes, until spinach is wilted.
  3. Drain spinach, if needed.
  4. Layer spinach in bottom of baking dish; sprinkle cheese evenly over spinach.
  5. In large bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt and pepper; pour over cheese in baking dish. Cover with foil.
  6. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until set and knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  7. Meanwhile, separate dough into 8 biscuits, and brush tops with melted butter.
  8. Sprinkle with cornmeal.
  9. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  10. Bake biscuits during last 15 minutes of egg bake time, or until golden brown.
  11. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, lightly brown sliced ham over medium-high heat.
  12. Cut baked egg mixture into 4 rows by 2 rows for 8 squares.
  13. Split warm biscuits; place ham on bottom half of each biscuit. Top each with egg square and fresh basil. Cover with biscuit tops.

Nutrition Facts

Calories471kcal
Protein19.72%
Fat54.25%
Carbs26.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.81
Glycemic Load
18.33
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
26.573478304822%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
1.36mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:470.52kcal
23.53%
Fat:28.33g
43.58%
Saturated Fat:9.11g
56.97%
Carbohydrates:30.58g
10.19%
Net Carbohydrates:29.28g
10.65%
Sugar:2.79g
3.1%
Cholesterol:291.66mg
97.22%
Sodium:1204.86mg
52.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.16g
46.33%
Vitamin K:113.26µg
107.87%
Selenium:43.16µg
61.66%
Phosphorus:579.7mg
57.97%
Vitamin A:2687.41IU
53.75%
Vitamin B2:0.68mg
40.26%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
30.16%
Folate:119.26µg
29.81%
Calcium:251.04mg
25.1%
Manganese:0.48mg
24%
Vitamin B12:1.34µg
22.28%
Iron:3.99mg
22.18%
Zinc:2.71mg
18.1%
Vitamin B3:3.19mg
15.97%
Vitamin B5:1.57mg
15.71%
Vitamin E:2.35mg
15.64%
Vitamin C:12.85mg
15.58%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.91%
Potassium:453.78mg
12.97%
Magnesium:48.77mg
12.19%
Vitamin D:1.53µg
10.21%
Copper:0.17mg
8.52%
Fiber:1.31g
5.22%