Ham & Broccoli Bake

I am a Field editor for Taste of Home and 1 of my recipes is featured in this months isuue. This dish is quick an easy as well as economic to make.
http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Ham-and-Broccoli-Bake


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
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
Toss bread cubes with butter. Place half in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the cheese and broccoli; sprinkle with ham. Top with remaining broccoli, cheese and bread cubes.
In a 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° 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