Brunch Strata Recipe

 

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup canola oil
• 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
• 3 small zucchini, chopped
• 2 medium onions, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
• 12 eggs, lightly beaten
• 4 cups cubed day-old bread
• 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
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  TOTAL TIME: Prep: 45 min. Bake: 35 min. + standing

  MAKES: 16 servings

   

  Directions

  1. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and ham; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain and pat dry.
  2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and cream until smooth. Gradually beat in eggs. Stir in the remaining ingredients and vegetable mixture.
  3. Transfer to two greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dishes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 2 casseroles (8 servings each).