Got turkey or ham left over from holiday meals? Does not matter...this
recipe uses either.
CHEESE STRATA
Serves:
8 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 20 Minutes Ready In: 1 ½ Hours
INGREDIENTS:
•12 Slices white bread (crusts removed, reserved)
•3/4 Pound sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
•1 10 Oz. package broccoli (defrosted and chopped)
•2 Cups leftover ham OR turkey (diced)
•3 1/2 Cups of milk
•1/2 Teaspoon of salt
•1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
•6 Eggs, slightly beaten
PROCEDURE:
•Cut 12 rounds from the bread (coffee cup works well) set aside,
reserve the scraps
•Lay scraps into the bottom of a greased 13x9 baking dish
•Place 2/3 of the shredded cheese over the bread
•Place all of the broccoli over the cheese
•Spread all of the ham OR turkey over the mixture
•Put the pre-cut bread rounds on top
•Combine milk, salt, mustard and beaten eggs
•Pour over the casserole
•Cover and refrigerate for 6 hrs. (or up to 24 hrs.)
•Bake uncovered for 1 hour, or until eggs are set
•Sprinkle remaining cheese on top after first 45 minutes
Happy New Year,
Chef Phil
Served with assortment of juices or
a Mimosa cocktail will make this a memorable brunch....
