Ham and Broccoli Strata

Name: Ham and Broccoli Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 6 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained; 3/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham, cut into 1/2-inch strips; 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese; 1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices; 6 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 cups whole milk; 3 tablespoons dried minced onion; 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Entertaining is easy with this homespun strata that features broccoli, ham and cheese. You assemble it the night before you need it, so there's no last-minute fuss.

Ingredients

6 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
3/4 pound thinly sliced deli ham, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups whole milk
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, ham and cheese; spread half into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange bread slices on top. Cover with remaining broccoli mixture. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, onion, mustard and hot pepper sauce. Pour over broccoli mixture. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.