Country Ham Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1.5 cups diced country ham
• 6 slices white country bread, torn into 5cm pieces.
• 1.5 cups heavy cream
• 1.5 cups grated sharp cheddar
• 1 cup of milk
• 0.5 cup chopped green onions
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 12 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup chopped chives, for serving
• Butter to grease the casserole

Preparation:

1. Grease a large baking dish with butter and spread the torn bread evenly to cover the bottom of the dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine heavy cream, cheese, ham, milk, green onions, salt, black pepper, and eggs. Pour the egg mixture over the bread and sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
3. Remove the casserole from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat the oven to 175°C.
4. Uncover the casserole and bake until puffed and golden brown, about 45 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, sprinkle with chives, and serve.