Casserole dish

Butter (for greasing the dish)

½ loaf Albany Best of Both bread, sliced

160g mild Cheddar cheese, sliced

4 small tomatoes or 8 cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced

200g cooked ham, sliced (or any cold meat/meat substitute)

5 large eggs

375ml (1½ cups) full cream milk

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Prep time: 20 mins | Cook time: 60 mins | Total time: 80 mins | Serves: 6

Grease a medium casserole dish with butter.
Cut the bread into triangles and layer the bottom of the dish, filling gaps with smaller pieces.
First layer:
Sprinkle half the cheese, half the tomato slices, and half the diced ham over the bread.
Second layer:
Add another layer of bread, then top with most of the remaining cheese, the rest of the tomatoes and ham.
Final layer:
Add one more layer of bread (you may have a few slices left over).
In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over the bread layers. Press down lightly to soak.
Top with the last bit of cheese.
Rest:
Let sit for 30 mins at room temp or cover and refrigerate until ready to bake. Bring to room temp before baking.
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 45–50 mins, or until golden, puffed, and cooked through.
Let it rest for 5 mins before slicing and serving.