Recipe: Seven-Layer Casserole

SEVEN-LAYER CASSEROLE

1 1/2 cups cooked rice
1 1/2 cups cubed ham
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli, cooked and drained
1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup milk
2 slices sourdough bread
2 tablespoons butter or margarine

In a buttered 1 1/2-quart casserole, layer rice, ham, onion, and broccoli.

In separate bowl, combine soup, cheese and milk. Spread over broccoli.

Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, make coarse bread crumbs in a blender with bread slices. Saute crumbs in butter over medium-high heat until light brown. Sprinkle crumbs over casserole.

Continue baking 15 minutes longer or until hot and bubbly.

Servings: 4

For 8 servings:
Double the ingredients. Use 2-quart casserole. Increase baking time to 40 minutes.