It’s best if it sits overnight to absorb in the bread. But, if you let it soak for at least 30 minutes to an hour, it should still be good. Let us know how it works!

Hi Jan, sometimes the whole loaf gets used and sometimes not, depending on which brand I buy and how big I tear the pieces and squish them in the pan. There really isn’t any wrong way to do it :) So glad you loved it too! Thanks for making!

Grind the ham in a food processor or ask the butcher to grind it for you.

No spam here Susan! Use a no-added water boneless ham. They’re a little more expensive but then the casserole won’t get watery as it bakes. I grind the ham in my food processor or you can ask your butcher to do it for you.

Or, I use a food processor to grind the ham.

Awesome idea Sue!