Ham And Cheese Strata
- 12 slices day-old bread
- 1 1/2 cups chopped smoked ham
- 1 can (4 oz) diced Jalapeno chilies or chopped olives
- 3 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 9 eggs
- 3 cups milk
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
Ham And Cheese Strata
Demonstrated by: Brian Choy of Department of Health, Food Safety Program.
Brunch Ideas - September 16, 2001.
Ingredients:
Directions:
- Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
- Place 6 slices bread in prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle with ham, chilies or olives, and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese.
- Top with the remaining 6 slices bread.
- In a bowl, combine the eggs, milk, chili powder, and mustard; pour over bread.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Remove from refrigerator and let stand for 30 minutes.
- Preheat electric oven to 350ºF.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Top strata with the remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese and continue baking for 30 more minutes or until set and lightly browned.
- Let stand before serving.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.
