CHEESE SANDWICH SOUFFLE

Cheese Sandwich Souffle image

Provided by Hey Jude

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

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8 slices homemade-style white bread, 3 to 4 inches square,crusts removed
1/4 lb thinly sliced cheese (Muenster, provolone, fontina or Gruyere)
2 ounces prosciutto or 2 ounces boiled ham, thinly sliced (optional)
3 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°.
Lightly butter an 8-inch square baking dish and arrange 4 slices of bread flat on the bottom.
Cover each with equal amounts of cheese and ham, if using.
Top with remaining bread.
Beat eggs lightly in a small bowl and pour in milk.
Season with salt and blend well.
Pour over sandwiches, cover and refrigerae for 1 hour.
Bake sandwiches, uncovered, until lightly browned around the edges and set in the center, 40-45 minutes.
Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.2, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 189, Sodium 933.7, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 8.9, Protein 18