Description
This Broccoli, Cheddar and Ham Strata Recipe is a cinch to put together, and is a filling and delicious breakfast recipe.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion (, diced)
- 12 oz frozen broccoli (, thawed)
- 1 14 oz loaf Italian bread (, cut into cubes)
- 1/2 lb fully cooked ham (, chopped)
- 6 large eggs (, lightly beaten)
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F. Coat a 2 to 3-quart baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook 5 minutes. Add broccoli and cook another 3 minutes.
- Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Stir in broccoli-onion mixture and the ham.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, chives, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over bread mixture, stirring to mix. Transfer to prepared dish, and top evenly with cheese.
- Bake at 375° for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center of the strata is set and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let the strata cool for a few minutes before serving.
Recipe Notes:
very slightly adapted from Family Circle November 1, 2010