Disclosure: This post for Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake has been compensated by Holland House Cooking Wine. As always all opinions are mine alone.

This Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake is an easy main dish for brunch. It’s layered with so much flavor and you can make it ahead of time, too.

Fork going into a slice of ham and cheese brunch bake.

Can you believe that Easter is almost here? It seems like just yesterday we were cleaning up from Christmas. But here we are! I look forward to this time of year with the egg hunts, picnics, bright Easter dresses, time spent with family and friends on Easter Sunday, and BRUNCH! Brunch is literally my favorite meal and I love making savory creations like this Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake.

Caramelized shallots are my jam! I love adding them to my recipes because with one simple addition I can add so much flavor to any dish. This is especially true when they’re simmered with Holland House Sherry Cooking Wine. What I love about cooking with Holland House is that they fill life with flavor and make each dish memorable. Take this Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake, for instance. By simmering the shallots in the cooking wine, an ordinary dish transforms into something extraordinary!

Sherry cooking wine used to make a brunch bake.

Holland House Cooking Wines are my go-to countertop ingredient that I add to my recipes. They literally enhance the flavor of every single savory dish. Sometimes brunch casseroles lack flavor or are one-note, but not this Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake! In this recipe, I simmer 1/2 cup of the cooking wine with my shallots. The shallots become little jewels that are packed with so much taste! The addition of the caramelized shallots makes this brunch casserole simply irresistible!

I used Holland House Sherry in this recipe. It has a sweet aroma and a light golden color. With a mild sherry wine flavor and a hint of caramel and nut, this sherry is fantastic for adding depth and layers of flavor to any dish!

Overhead shot of brunch.

Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake Make-Ahead Directions:

  • Making this brunch casserole ahead of time is a breeze. Just note that if you follow this method, the potatoes won’t be as crisp, they will be more creamy.
  • Follow the recipe instructions through step 7 below.
  • Then, cover the casserole tightly with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  • A little over 1 hour before you want to serve the brunch bake, preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the edges of the casserole are golden brown and the center of casserole doesn’t jiggle when you shake it.

Overhead picture of ham and cheese brunch bake.

Ham and Cheese alternative add-ins:

If you don’t have ham, cheddar cheese, or Parmesan on hand then you can use any of the following in their place.

  • Meats (no more than 1/2 pound of any of these): chopped bacon, crispy chopped pancetta, or cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage.
  • Cheese (no more than a total of 3 cups of shredded cheese): Swiss, gruyere, gouda, or Monterey Jack.
  • Vegetables (no more than 1 cup of any of these):sautéed mushrooms, sautéed bell peppers, artichokes, kale, sautéed leeks, or spinach.
  • Fresh Herbs (no more than 2 Tablespoons total of any of these): parsley, basil, chives, green onion, thyme, (I’d say no more than 1 Tablespoon of fresh thyme).

Finished ham and cheese brunch bake.

How to Make Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake:

  1. Gather all the ingredients.
  2. Sauté the shallots and simmer in Holland House Sherry Cooking Wine.
  3. Add the hash brown potatoes to a baking pan and toss them with the shallots, butter, and salt and pepper.
  4. Bake until they are cooked and the edges begin to brown.
  5. Whisk together the eggs, milk, dill, and mustard powder.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the cooked potatoes followed by the ham.
  7. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ham, cheese, and potatoes.
  8. Bake until golden brown on the edges and the center of the casserole doesn’t jiggle anymore.

All of the ingredients that you need to make a ham and cheese brunch bake.

Holland House Cooking Wines come in five flavor-enhancing varieties: Sherry, Marsala, Red, White, and White with Lemon. Check out a variety of my holiday and everyday recipes that feature the bold flavors of Holland House:

A slice of ham and cheese brunch bake on a spatula.

Cook’s Tip:

Look for recipes and cooking tips on the Holland House label — like when making rice, try replacing 1/3 cup of water with Holland House Sherry to create amazing flavor!

Make sure you check out Holland House on Facebook and Pinterest for delicious recipes and tips. Also, visit their website for more recipe ideas!

Brunch bake for Easter

Overhead picture of ham and cheese brunch bake.
5 from 7 votes

Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
10 people
This Sherry, Ham and Cheese Brunch Bake is an easy main dish for brunch. It’s layered with so much flavor and you can make it ahead of time, too.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 large shallots minced
  • ½ cup Holland House Sherry Cooking Wine
  • 20 oz package frozen hash brown potatoes
  • 8 Tablespoons salted butter melted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk
  • 8 ounces precooked ham cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh chopped dill
  • 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 4 ounces

FOR GARNISH:

  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional
  • fresh chopped dill optional

Instructions

  • Move oven rack to middle position and preheat to 400 degrees F. Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish (or another oblong 3-quart baking dish) with butter, and set aside.
  • In a 10-inch non-stick skillet, add the olive oil and preheat the pan over medium heat. Add shallots, and cook, stirring often, until softened and golden, about 7-8 minutes.
    Sauté the shallots.
  • Stir in Holland House Sherry Cooking Wine and cook until all the liquid is evaporated, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
    Add the Sherry and simmer with the shallots.
  • Add the frozen hash browns to the prepared pan. Pour the melted butter over the potatoes, and add the salt, pepper, and caramelized shallots.
    Place the caramelized shallots on top of the potatoes.
  • Use a spoon to give everything a good mix. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through and some of the edges are beginning to brown. Remove the potatoes from the oven and reduce the temperature to 325 degrees F.
    Bake the potatoes until the edges are golden brown.
  • Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the potatoes followed by the ham.
    Sprinkle the cheese and have mover the cooked potatoes.
  • In a large measuring cup or small bowl whisk together the eggs, milk, mustard powder, and dill. Vigorously whisk until fully combined and the eggs start to become frothy, about 1 minute.
    Whisk together the milk, eggs, and dill.
  • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potatoes, cheese, and ham.
    Pour the egg mixture over the potatoes, cheese, and ham.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges of the casserole are golden brown and the center of casserole doesn’t jiggle when you shake it.
    Bake the casserole until the eggs are set.
  • Cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with additional grated Parmesan cheese and chopped dill (both optional).
    Brunch bake ready for you to dig into.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 240mg | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 324mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 895IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 345mg | Iron: 1.8mg

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10 Comments

  1. Jere Cassidy says:

    I totally love the taste of sherry in so many dishes. This casserole looks amazing and I bet tastes delicious. Perfect for Easter.

    1. The Sherry give this casserole a nice flavor boost.

  2. Looks so delicious and comforting! Can’t wait to try this for brunch this weekend!

    1. Enjoy! I’ll be making it again this weekend, too!

  3. Neli Howard | Delicious Meets Healthy says:

    Thank you for sharing this excellent recipe. The ingredients listed above are of high-quality as well. Can’t wait to try it.

    1. Neil, I am thrilled. Let me know how you liked the recipe!

  4. This is so perfect for feeding a crowd – and I love that you can make it ahead.
    And…SHERRY! I’m so intrigued by that addition.
    Making this for Easter!

    1. Helen,

      I am thrilled that this recipe will come in handy for you! Enjoy!

  5. Meagen Brosius says:

    Such a delicious recipe!! We’ll definitely be making it again with all the leftover ham from Easter this weekend!

  6. I love this YUMMY dish!