Asparagus Strata
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + chilling Bake: 45 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
The original recipe for this wonderful egg dish called for sausage, but fresh asparagus is tasty—and healthier, too! I serve this easy,elegant dish with a salad and mini pecan rolls.—Amy Grover, Salem, Massachusetts
Ingredients
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4 cups water
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1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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2 cups 2% milk
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6 bread slices, crust removed and cubed
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6 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 teaspoon salt
Directions
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1.
In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; boil, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
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2.
In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, milk, bread cubes, eggs, cheese and salt. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight.
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3.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
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