"Emperor Nero thought leeks would improve his singing voice. At our house, we believe they add fresh flavor to this easy hash brown bake with prosciutto. —Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 cup sliced leeks (white portion only)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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12 thin slices prosciutto or thinly sliced deli ham
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3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
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8 large eggs
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2 cups 2% milk
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1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
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1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves, chopped
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1 teaspoon ground mustard
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1 package (6-1/2 ounces) spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese