Easy, comforting, savory and creamy describe this delicious casserole dinner. Use leftover ham and/or rice if you have them to make.
2 large egg yolks
2½ c. heavy whipping cream
½ small white or yellow onion, small diced
1 c. shredded carrots
1 c. freshly chopped parsley
1 t. salt, or to taste
pinch black pepper
8 oz. shredded Mozzarella, Colby or Monterey Jack cheese
8 oz. chopped deli ham (2 1/2 c.)
2 c. cooked long-grain white rice, chilled or at room temperature
1 c. shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 c. freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Preheat oven to 350 degrees with an oven rack on the lowest setting. Grease a medium sized baking dish with softened butter and flour; set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks with heavy cream; add onion, carrots, 1 c. chopped parsley, salt, pepper, Mozzarella, ham and rice; stir until well combined.
Place rice mixture into prepared baking dish; sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
Bake, uncovered, for about 25-30 minutes on the lowest oven rack. Sprinkle 1/4 c. chopped parsley on top for garnish.
Serve.
6 servings.
*Leftovers must be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Heat well before eating.