American-style strata

 
                           American-Style Strata
 
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 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Breads                           Breakfast
                 Eggs And Cheese                  Make-Ahead Dishes
                 MC
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
   12      slices        Sourdough bread -- or
    2      c             Milk
    6      slices        Whole-grain bread -- halved
      1/2  tsp           Salt
    1 3/4  c             Mozzarella or monterey jack
      1/2  tsp           Dry mustard
    1 1/2  c             Cooked beef -- lamb or pork
      1/4  tsp           Ground black pepper
                         Cut bite-size
    1      tsp           Worcestershire
    1      c             Carrot or zucchini -- shred
    1      tsp           Dried thyme leaves -- crumble
    4                    Eggs
    1      tsp           Dried basil leaves -- crumble
 
 In a 10x6x2 baking dish, layer bread slices to cover bottom of dish.
 Sprinkle cheese, meat and veggies over bread.  In a bowl, stir together the
 eggs, milk and seasonings till well mixed.  Pour carefully over ingredients
 in baking dish. Cover. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature or in fridge for
 longer periods. Uncover. Bake 325~ for 50 to 60 minutes or until center is
 nearly set. Let stand 10 minutes. Cut
 into squares.
 
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