Cheesy Ham Poof

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
3. 3
   In a bowl, beat the eggs.
4. 4
   In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, parsley (if using),paprika and the cayenne pepper.
5. 5
   Add the flour mixture into the eggs; beat to combine.
6. 6
   Gradually add in the half and half or milk (if using).
7. 7
   Add in all the remaining ingredients, except the finely shredded cheddar cheese; beat with an electric mixer until well blended.
8. 8
   Add in the shredded cheddar cheese; mix to combine.
9. 9
   Transfer to prepared casserole dish.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with 2-3 Tbsp Parmesan cheese over the casserole, (if using) and the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese on top (or more if desired).
11. 11
    Bake for 35-40 minutes.
12. 12
    SERVE IMMEDIATELY-- delicious!