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Ham and Broccoli Bake

1 loaf (8 oz) day-old French bread, cubed
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 cups (8 oz) shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
4 eggs
2 cups milk
1/4 tsp pepper

Toss bread cubes with butter.
Place half in a greased 13x9x2" baking dish.
Top with half of the cheese and broccoli; sprinkle with ham.
Top with remaining broccoli, cheese and bread cubes.
In large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and pepper.
Pour over casserole.Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 35-40 minute or until a knife
inserted near the center comes out clean.
Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

* 8 servings

(Taste of Home - October/November 2008)