ZESTY HAM AND CHEESE MUFFINS

Zesty Ham and Cheese Muffins image

I developed this recipe and it has become a favorite of my mother's. I often make a batch for the two of us to share. The muffins are great for brunch or an on-the-go breakfast. -Julie Hess, Lititz, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 14 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk
6 drops hot pepper sauce
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup shredded Velveeta
TOPPING:
5 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
3-1/2 teaspoons butter
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk and pepper sauce. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the ham, cheddar cheese and Velveeta., Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Top each muffin with about 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon butter. Combine the paprika, parsley and pepper; sprinkle over muffins., Bake at 450° for 10-14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.