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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Plan ahead and start this satisfying and comforting casserole the night before you plan to enjoy it. This hearty hot dish is a bargain at only 75 cents per serving. Harmony Tardugno, Rome, New York Ingredients:
1 loaf (8 ounces) day-old french bread, cubed |
1/2 cup butter, melted |
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed |
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham |
4 eggs, lightly beaten |
2 cups 2% milk |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
Directions:
1. Toss bread cubes with butter. Place half in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Layer with half of the cheese and broccoli; sprinkle with ham. Layer with remaining broccoli, cheese and bread cubes.
2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and pepper. Pour over casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Yield: 8 servings.
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