ASPARAGUS CHEESE STRATA MAIN DISH

Asparagus Cheese Strata Main Dish image

Last spring we visited old friends who serve this egg dish for Sunday breakfast before church. I thought it was wonderful and full of flavor. Besides, it's easy to make ahead. I use fresh asparagus and serve it with muffins and fresh fruit. -Betty Jacques, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 loaf (1 pound) sliced bread, crusts removed
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cup cubed fully cooked ham
6 eggs
3 cups milk
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

In a saucepan, cover asparagus with water; cover and cook until just tender but still firm. Drain and set aside. Lightly brush butter over one side of bread slices. Place half of the bread, buttered side up, in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Layer with asparagus and ham. Cover with remaining bread, buttered side up. In a bowl, lightly beat eggs; add milk, onion, salt and mustard; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 50 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Return to the oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.