BREAKFAST BAKE

 Nonstick cooking spray

4 slices whole wheat bread (or your favorite low carb bread)

1/2 cup diced cooked lean ham

1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

4 eggs

2/3 cup fat-free milk

1/4 tsp black pepper

Lightly coat two 16- 20-oz baking dishes with cooking spray. Tear bread into bite-size pieces and divide evenly between prepared dishes. Add the ham and cheese.

In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and pepper. Pour egg mixture evenly over bread and press lightly with the back of a spoon to thoroughly moisten bread. Cover and chill for 2 to 24 hours.

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Bake casseroles, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes or until a knife inserted near centers comes our clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Yield: 2 servings

recipe idea and photo BH&G