Q: Can I use sandwich ham instead of cooked roast ham?

A: Yes — but finely dice it and use a slightly drier bread to avoid sogginess.

Q: Can I prep it the night before?

A: Absolutely. Assemble and refrigerate, then bake when ready.

Q: Can I use different cheese?

A: Yes — try Emmental, mozzarella, or even crumbled blue cheese for a twist.

Q: Is this freezer-friendly?

A: Yes — cool completely, portion, and wrap tightly before freezing.

Q: What if I don’t eat mayo?

A: Replace with crème fraîche or extra cream.

Q: Can I use gluten-free bread?

A: Yes, just make sure it holds structure when soaked.

Q: What size dish is best?

A: A 9-inch round or 8×8 square dish works well.

Q: Can I add vegetables?

A: Definitely — try spinach, corn, peas, or mushrooms.

Q: How do I reheat leftovers?

A: Cover with foil and warm in a 170°C oven for 15–20 minutes.

Q: Will this work as finger food?

A: Bake in muffin tins for individual portions for buffets or parties.

Velsmagende skinkesalat Brødbudding med cheddar og purløg

Savoury Ham Salad Bread Pudding with Cheddar and Chives

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Cuisine

British

Servings

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Calories

420

Ham salad pudding — a vintage-inspired bake — is a brilliant way to use up cooked ham and turn it into something warm, comforting, and utterly satisfying.

This version combines the flavour of a classic deli-style ham salad (complete with pickles, mustard, and mayo) and bakes it right into a savoury bread pudding custard. The result is a soft, rich interior with pockets of creamy ham and a crisp, cheesy top that begs to be scooped straight from the dish.

Ideal for brunch, lunch, or even a quirky supper, this dish is also a smart way to use up day-old bread. The sharpness of cheddar cuts through the creaminess, and the chives give it just the right herbal lift.

You can serve it as a main with a salad or as part of a bigger breakfast or buffet. It’s nostalgic, easy, and totally comforting — a dish that feels familiar but fresh at the same time.

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Ingredients

300g cooked ham, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 stick celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped gherkins or sweet pickles
1 tablespoon wholegrain mustard
150g grated mature cheddar cheese
6 slices day-old white or sourdough bread, crusts removed
3 large eggs
300ml whole milk
100ml double cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Butter for greasing

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Directions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium baking dish with butter.
In a bowl, combine chopped ham, red onion, celery, gherkins, mustard, mayo, and half of the grated cheddar. Set aside.
Whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
Butter one side of each bread slice and cut into triangles or cubes.
Layer half the bread in the dish, buttered side up. Spoon over the ham salad mixture, then layer the remaining bread on top.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the entire dish. Press gently to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese and chopped chives.
Bake for 35–40 minutes until puffed, golden, and set in the center.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
per serving: Calories; 420

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Fat: 26 grams; 33%
Saturated Fat: 13 grams; 65%
Cholesterol: 145 milligrams; 48%
Sodium: 780 milligrams; 34%
Carbs: 25 grams; 9%
Protein: 21 grams
Sugar: 4 grams
Fiber: 2 grams; 7%

Tips til skinkesalat budding

Brug lidt gammelt brød - det suger mere creme op.
Tilpas skinkeblandingen efter din smag (f.eks. mere sennep eller forskellige pickles).
Tryk det øverste lag brød ned, så det ikke tørrer ud.
Lad stå i 5-10 minutter efter bagning, før du skærer i skiver.
Brug en fast cheddar for bedre smeltning og smag.
Tilsæt kogte ærter eller sukkermajs for ekstra grøntsager.
Du kan forberede det på forhånd og bage senere.
Undgå overbagning - quiche-lignende konsistens er ideel.
Hvis toppen bruner for hurtigt, dæk den løst med folie.
Prøv fuldkorns- eller rugbrød for en fyldigere bund.

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Sennepsklædt grøn salat
Syltede rødbeder eller løg
Ristede tomater eller grillede asparges
Sprød surdej eller rugtoast
Tomatchutney eller æblekompot
Let suppe som porre og kartoffel
Et spejlæg på toppen
Afkølet tør cider eller mousserende vand
Dampede grønne bønner
Peberrodscreme eller aioli

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Q: Kan jeg bruge sandwichskinke i stedet for kogt skinkesteg?
A: Ja - men skær det fint og brug et lidt mere tørt brød for at undgå opblødning.

Q: Kan jeg forberede det aftenen før?
A: Absolut. Saml og stil på køl, og bag derefter, når den er klar.

Q: Kan jeg bruge forskellige oste?
A: Ja - prøv Emmental, mozzarella eller endda smuldret blåskimmelost for et twist.

Q: Er dette frysevenligt?
A: Ja - afkøl helt, portionér og pak det tæt ind inden frysning.

Q: Hvad hvis jeg ikke spiser mayo?
A: Erstat med creme fraîche eller ekstra creme.

Q: Kan jeg bruge glutenfrit brød?
A: Ja, bare sørg for, at den holder struktur, når den er gennemblødt.

Q: Hvilken størrelse skål er bedst?
A: Et 9-tommers rundt eller 8×8 firkantet fad fungerer godt.

Q: Kan jeg tilføje grøntsager?
A: Absolut - prøv spinat, majs, ærter eller svampe.

Q: Hvordan genopvarmer jeg rester?
A: Dæk med folie og varm i en 170°C ovn i 15-20 minutter.

Q: Fungerer dette som fingermad?
A: Bages i muffinsforme til individuelle portioner til buffeter eller fester.

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