HEARTY PEPPER STRATA

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Here's a hefty, make-ahead strata that's as satisfying and delicious for dinner as it is for breakfast. You'll want to give this test kitchen recipe a try!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

9 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
1 package (14 ounces) frozen pepper strips
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
8 large eggs
8 large egg whites
2-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place bread cubes in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside., In a large skillet, saute the peppers, mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, egg whites, milk, cheese, salt, pepper and vegetable mixture; pour over the top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges