This meat-lover’s breakfast has a big “wow” factor. It’s one of my favorites because the Gruyere, bacon and fresh mushrooms in the topping are a great combination.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • 1 fully cooked boneless ham steak (about 1 pound), cut into four pieces
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and shallot; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from pan; keep warm. Wipe skillet clean.
  • In same skillet, cook ham over medium heat 3 minutes. Turn; sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Cook, covered, 2-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and ham is heated through. Serve with mushroom mixture. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 352 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 113mg cholesterol, 1576mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein.