Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the chopped ham and 1 cup of the grated Parmesan cheese. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, olive oil and eggs. Add to the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Pour the batter into a greased 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean- 45 to 50 minutes. Set the pan on a wire rack and let cool for 20 minutes, then turn out. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Will keep one week covered with aluminum foil and refrigerated; 3 months wrapped tight in aluminum foil and stored at 0 degrees.

Yield: one loaf

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