ZIPPY STRATA

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The taste of this sandwich bake will remind you of pizza. Red tomatoes add color...the cayenne delivers the zip. -Jean Pare`, Vermilion, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

12 slices white bread, divided
6 slices process mozzarella cheese
15 thin slices tomato
1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 cups 2% milk
5 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Line a greased 13x9-in. baking dish with 6 bread slices. Layer with mozzarella cheese, tomato, mushrooms, minced onion and remaining bread. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, seasonings, milk and eggs until smooth. Pour over bread; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Uncover; bake at 325° for 1-1/4 hours or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.