Ham and Rice Waikiki

Description
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 1 cup cooked rice
 * 4 ounces fully cooked ham, cut into julienne strips (about 1 cup)
 * 1 cup pared, seeded, and coarsely chopped papaya*
 * 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated Swiss cheese
 * 1/3 cup half and half
 * 1 egg, beaten
 * Fresh parsley sprigs (optional)

Directions
Combine rice, ham, papaya, cheese, half and half and egg. Spoon into buttered 7x7-inch baking dish or 2 individual baking dishes. Cover and bake at 350 degrees 20 to 25 minutes, or until heated through. Garnish with parsley.