12 slices white bread
3 1/2 c. milk
6 eggs
3/4 lb. Cheddar cheese, grated
3/4 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. dry mustard
2 c. diced ham
1 (4 oz.) can Ortega chilies, chopped (optional)

Decrust bread and cube. Butter 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Place bread cubes in bottom of prepared dish. Combine milk, eggs, and cheese. Add seasonings, ham, and chilies. Pour over bread cubes - be sure all are moistened. Refrigerate overnight. Bake 1 hour in 350 degree preheated oven.