TURKEY LEEK STRATA

Turkey Leek Strata image

You've got a great new strata to try! You know the routine--make it ahead and just pop it in the oven for a great brunch, lunch or even dinner dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 5h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 cup sliced leeks
8 slices (1/2 inch thick) French bread, cut into 1-inch squares (5 cups)
1 cup chopped cooked turkey or chicken
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 ounces)
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook leeks in butter about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened; remove from heat.
Mix bread cubes, leeks, turkey and dill weed. Spread bread mixture in ungreased square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches. Sprinkle with cheese. Mix remaining ingredients; pour over cheese. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 4 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
Heat oven to 325°F. Uncover and bake 50 to 55 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 680 mg