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.

Velsmakende skinkesalat Brødpudding med cheddar og gressløk

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 skinkesalatpudding

Bruk litt gammelt brød - det suger opp vaniljesaus bedre.
Tilpass skinkeblandingen etter din smak (f.eks. mer sennep eller annen sylteagurk).
Trykk ned det øverste brødlaget så det ikke tørker ut.
La stå i 5–10 minutter etter steking før du skjærer i skiver.
Bruk en fast cheddar for bedre smelting og smak.
Tilsett kokte erter eller søtmais for ekstra grønnsaker.
Du kan forberede den på forhånd og bake senere.
Unngå overbaking - quiche-lignende konsistens er ideell.
Hvis toppen brunes for raskt, dekk den løst med folie.
Prøv fullkorn eller rugbrød for en rikere base.

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Sennepskledd grønn salat
Syltede rødbeter eller løk
Stekt tomater eller grillet asparges
Sprø surdeig eller rugtoast
Tomatchutney eller eplekompott
Lett suppe som purre og potet
Et stekt egg på toppen
Avkjølt tørr cider eller musserende vann
Dampet grønne bønner
Pepperrotkrem eller aioli

Vanlige spørsmål

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke smørbrødskinke i stedet for kokt skinkestek?
A: Ja, men finhakk det og bruk et litt tørrere brød for å unngå bløthet.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg forberede den kvelden før?
A: Absolutt. Sett sammen og avkjøl, og stek deretter når den er klar.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke annen ost?
A: Ja - prøv Emmental, mozzarella eller til og med smuldret blåmuggost for en vri.

Spørsmål: Er dette frysevennlig?
A: Ja - avkjøl helt, porsjoner og pakk godt inn før frysing.

Spørsmål: Hva om jeg ikke spiser majo?
A: Bytt ut med crème fraîche eller ekstra krem.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke glutenfritt brød?
A: Ja, bare sørg for at den holder strukturen når den er bløtlagt.

Spørsmål: Hvilken størrelse er best?
A: En 9-tommers rund eller 8×8 kvadratisk tallerken fungerer bra.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg legge til grønnsaker?
A: Definitivt - prøv spinat, mais, erter eller sopp.

Spørsmål: Hvordan varmer jeg opp matrester?
A: Dekk til med folie og varm i 170°C ovn i 15–20 minutter.

Spørsmål: Vil dette fungere som fingermat?
A: Stek i muffinsformer for individuelle porsjoner til bufféer eller selskaper.

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