INGREDIENTS
1
french bread loaf
1 lb
fully cooked ham (cubed)
1 1/2 cups
shredded Swiss or white cheddar cheese (divided)
For the custard:
6
large eggs
2 cups
whole milk
1 cup
low fat half & half
1 tbsp
chopped chives
2 tbsp
Dijon mustard
1 tsp
salt
1/2 tsp
onion powder
1 tsp
black pepper
2 tbsp
pure maple syrup [plus add'l for serving]
4 tbsp
butter (softened)