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Easy 45-Minute Green Eggs and Ham Recipe with Craft Beef and Mashed Potatoes

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A quick and comforting recipe combining savory craft beef and ham, vibrant green eggs made with spinach, and creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for busy evenings and family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground craft beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 6 ounces (170g) smoked ham, diced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (30g) fresh spinach leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) whole milk or cream (or almond milk as substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1.5 pounds (680g) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed
  • Optional: pinch of garlic powder or chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the mashed potatoes: Place peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain thoroughly and return to pot.
  2. Add softened butter and warm milk to potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm.
  3. Cook the craft beef and ham: Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil or butter. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground craft beef, break up with wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Stir in diced ham and cook for 2 more minutes to heat through. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to warm plate.
  6. Make the green eggs: In a blender or food processor, combine spinach, parsley, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and vibrant green. Alternatively, finely chop spinach and parsley and whisk into eggs and milk.
  7. Heat a clean non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil. Pour in green egg mixture. Let sit undisturbed for 20 seconds, then gently stir and fold eggs until softly set but moist, about 3-4 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
  8. Plate the dish: Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates, top with craft beef and ham mixture, then add green eggs. Garnish with parsley or chives if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Cook green eggs slowly over medium-low heat to keep them soft and creamy. Avoid overcrowding the pan when browning beef to ensure good caramelization. Warm milk helps keep mashed potatoes creamy. Store components separately for best reheating results.

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Keywords: green eggs, ham, craft beef, mashed potatoes, quick dinner, comfort food, family meal, easy recipe

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