1 lb. sausage, cooked & well drained
6 slices white bread, crust removed
Softened butter
1 1/2 c. longhorn cheese, shredded
5 eggs
2 c. half & half
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dry mustard

Butter each slice of bread and cut into cubes. Place bread in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan; sprinkle with cooked sausage; top with cheese. Combine remaining ingredients and beat well. Pour over bread mix in pan. Chill at least 8 hours. Bake at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes. Serves 6.

CHEESE SAUCE FOR EGG CASSEROLE:

2 tbsp. butter
2 c. milk
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. (4 oz.) American cheese, shredded
2 1/2 tbsp. flour

Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; blend in flour and cool 1 minute. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly. Add salt, pepper and cheese, stirring constantly until cheese melts and mixture is smooth. Makes 2 1/2 cups.