Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200oC, gas mark Grease a 2 litre serving dish.

Step 2

Spread the butter over the bread and set aside. Place the tomatoes, 75g Walnuts, garlic and cheese in a food processor and pulse to give a coarse crumb.

Step 3

Beat the eggs and milk in a jug and season. Place half the bread in the dish, sprinkle over half the tomato crumb and half the basil, pour over half the egg mixture, repeat the layers and sprinkle over the remaining chopped Walnuts, leave to soak for 10-15 minutes.

Step 4

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and set. Serve with a green salad.

Step 5

Great to use up 3-4 day old white or brown bread.