This dish might seem like an odd combination of flavors, but when put together the ingredients create an out-of-this-world fusion. Step out of your comfort zone this weekend and try something new that you might just like!

Cheesy Ham and Banana Casserole

Yields 9 servings

Ingredients

• Butter
• 12 slices white bread
• 8 large slices deli ham
• 4 bananas, sliced on the bias
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups crushed potato chips
• 6 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup cream
• Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Butter a 9″ x 13″ glass baking dish. Butter both sides of the bread and layer six into the bottom of the baking dish, overlapping them as necessary but keep them even
2. Layer the slices of ham on top of the bread and then the bananas, six more slices of bread, then the cheese, potato chips, and bacon
3. In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Pour this over the casserole almost to the top
4. Bake for 45 minutes until brown and bubbly. Cut into squares and remove with a spatula, like lasagna

Source: Food Network