Healthy Food Dinner Diet Recipes

Brunch Strata Recipe

Posted on 21. May, 2009 by admin in Strata

“Ham, zucchini, mushrooms and cheese flavor this rich, hearty egg dish. It adds appeal to a breakfast or lunch buffet and cuts easily, too. Make sure you bring the recipe–everyone will want it! –Arlene Butler, Ogden, Utah”

INGREDIENTS

* 3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
* 3 cups chopped zucchini
* 2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
* 1 1/2 cups chopped onions
* 1 1/2 cups chopped green pepper
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1/3 cup vegetable oil
* 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
* 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
* 12 eggs
* 4 cups cubed day-old bread
* 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, zucchini, ham, onions, green peppers and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender. Drain and pat dry; set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and cream until smooth. Beat in eggs. Stir in the bread, cheese, salt, pepper and vegetable mixture.
3. Pour into two greased 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking dishes. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Tags: Breakfast, Brunch Strata