Diced Ham Dinner Starter Oamc
Transform your weeknight meals with this versatile and freezer-friendly Diced Ham Dinner Starter (OAMC). Packed with nutritious diced ham, sautéed vegetables like carrots, celery, and green bell pepper, and seasoned with aromatic garlic and thyme, this recipe creates a flavorful base for endless dinner possibilities. Designed for Once-A-Month Cooking (OAMC), it’s perfect for meal prep enthusiasts looking to save time without sacrificing taste. Use it as a savory foundation for casseroles, soups, omelets, or pasta dishes—all in under 15 minutes of cook time! With just a handful of pantry staples and fresh ingredients, this recipe is freezer-ready and stays fresh for up to three months, making dinner planning a breeze.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced ham
- 1 medium onion
- 2 medium carrot
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.25 cups chicken broth
Instructions
Peel and finely dice the onion, carrots, and garlic. Dice the celery and green bell pepper into small, uniform pieces.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pan. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the diced green bell pepper and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until all the vegetables are tender but not mushy.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced ham, black pepper, salt, and dried thyme. Cook for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the liquid is absorbed or evaporated.
Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely.
Divide the cooked mixture into freezer-safe containers or bags, portioning evenly based on your needs. Label and freeze. It can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.
To use, thaw a portion in the refrigerator overnight and incorporate it as a base for casseroles, soups, omelets, or pasta dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
782 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 5320 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 54.9 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1898 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
