Cheese Strata
(from SallyV’s recipe box)
Love this for a brunch. You could also add sautéed mushrooms or a diced meat of your choice.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Serves 6 people
Categories: Brunch
Ingredients
- 2 T. butter, melted
- 8 slices white bread
- 1 1/2 C. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 1/2 C. Swiss cheese, grated
- 1 4oz. can mild diced green chilies
- 4 large eggs
- 2 C. milk
- 1/8 t. cayenne pepper
- 1 t. kosher salt
- 1/4 t. black pepper
Directions
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Preheat oven to 325 °. Butter an 8-inch square baking dish.
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Line bottom of the baking dish with 4 slices bread. Sprinkle with half of each cheese. Top with half of the chilies. Layer with remaining bread, cheese and chilies.
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Whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Pour mixture into baking dish. Cover; refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
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Bake strata until puffed and golden, about 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.