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Ham and Cheese Corn Cakes

Adorable and delicious. Great for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings - 12 cakes

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup ham, diced and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup onions, diced
  • 1/2 cup green peppers, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal, white or yellow
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp oregano, dried
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream, red onions - optional for service

Instructions

  • Heat a large frying pan or griddle to 350 - 375 degrees.
  • In a small skillet, add the ham, onions, peppers, and olive oil. Saute over medium high heat until the onions are almost translucent. Remove from heat and aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Whip for about 30 seconds until light and fluffy.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, oregano, and paprika. Whisk to combine.
  • Add shredded cheese and stir.
  • Stir egg mixture into the dry mixture. Stir until just combined.
  • Add ham mixture and fold in.
  • Spray the griddle or frying pan with non-stick spray. Ladle 1/4 cup of the batter onto the hot griddle. Flip after 3 minutes. Cook on second side for 3 more minutes.
  • Serve warm with sour cream and red onions.