Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   8      slices        whole wheat bread -- cubed
   1      cup           sharp cheddar cheese -- shredded
   2      stalks        celery -- chopped
   1      small         onion -- chopped
   1      tablespoon    butter
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      onion powder
   4                    eggs -- beaten
   2      cups          milk
     1/2  teaspoon      dry mustard
   1      dash          ground red pepper

Preparation:

In a buttered 8 inch square baking dish, layer 1/2 of bread cubes and 1/2 cup of cheese. Cook celery and onion in butter 5 minutes; place on top of bread and cheese layers. Layer remaining bread cubes and cheese. Mix together eggs, milk and seasonings; pour over casserole. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Bake at 350 degrees, 45 to 50 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into 6 servings.