6 to 8 slices of white bread
1 lb. sausage (such as Jimmy Dean or Bob Evans)
1 c. cheddar cheese
2 1/2 c. half and half
6 to 8 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt, optional

Cut crusts off bread. Butter both sides and place bread in greased 13 x 9 glass baking dish.

Brown sausage. Drain and crumble sausage over bread. Grate 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Put over mixture.

Beat 6 to 8 eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) and 2 1/2 cups of half and half. Pour over mixture.

Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight. Next day, bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. After removing from oven, let set 15 minutes before serving.