Ham and Cheese Strata

Make ahead and bake when you get home.

Sliced wheat bread to cover bottom and sides of 3 quart baking dish
1/2 pound sharp cheese, grated
2 eggs, beaten
2-2/3 cups milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cubed ham

Cover bottom and sides of casserole with wheat bread.
Mix together cheese, beaten eggs, milk, butter, dry mustard, salt, and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate overnight. Before baking, press ham into the custard.
Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour.