Cheese Custard

Ingredients

• 1/2 small loaf Bread, crusts removed, cut into 1-inch squares (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• 1 cup Cheese, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• 1/4 teaspoon Paprika (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• 1/8 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 pint Milk
• 1 tablespoon Butter (For greasing, quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))

Instructions

1. 1Butter a baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches).
2. 2Place a layer of bread pieces in the prepared dish. Top with a layer of cheese. Sprinkle with salt, paprika, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Repeat layers, ending with cheese on top.
3. 3In a bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the milk and whisk to combine.
4. 4Pour the egg and milk mixture over the bread and cheese layers. Bake in a preheated moderate oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 30 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden.