Ham and Cheese Bread Pudding

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Ham and Cheese Bread Pudding
Yield: Makes 8 servings
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Ingredients:
1
small loaf (8 ounces) sourdough, country French or Italian bread, cut into 1-inch-thick slices

3
tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

8
ounces ham or smoked ham, cubed

2
cups (8 ounces) shredded mild or sharp Cheddar cheese

3
eggs

2
cups milk

1
teaspoon dry mustard

1/2
teaspoon salt

1/8
teaspoon white pepper



Preparation:
1.
Grease 11X7-inch baking dish. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with butter. Cut into 1-inch cubes; place on bottom of prepared dish. Top with ham; sprinkle with cheese.

2.
Beat eggs in medium bowl. Whisk in milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture evenly over bread mixture. Cover; refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.

3.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake bread pudding, uncovered, 45 to 50 minutes or until puffed and golden brown and knife inserted into center comes out clean. Garnish as desired. Serve immediately.





This recipe appears in: Casseroles & Dishes