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Brunch Strata

 Brunch 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
16 ServingsPrep: 45 min. Bake: 35 min. + standing

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 peppers
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 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

Directions

  • In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, zucchini, ham, onions, green
  • peppers in oil until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1
  • minute longer. Drain and pat dry; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and cream until smooth. Beat in
  • eggs. Stir in the bread, cheese, salt, pepper and vegetable mixture.
  • Pour into two greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dishes. Bake, uncovered,
  • at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the

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Brunch Strata (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Yield: 2 casseroles (8 servings each).
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 piece) equals 299 calories, 22 g fat (10 g saturated fat), 211 mg cholesterol, 641 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 15 g protein.