*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          American-Style Strata

Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Breads                           Breakfast
                Eggs And Cheese                  Make-Ahead Dishes
                MC

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  12      slices        Sourdough bread -- or
   2      c             Milk
   6      slices        Whole-grain bread -- halved
     1/2  tsp           Salt
   1-3/4  c             Mozzarella or monterey jack
     1/2  tsp           Dry mustard
   1-1/2  c             Cooked beef -- lamb or pork
     1/4  tsp           Ground black pepper
                        Cut bite-size
   1      tsp           Worcestershire
   1      c             Carrot or zucchini -- shred
   1      tsp           Dried thyme leaves -- crumble
   4                    Eggs
   1      tsp           Dried basil leaves -- crumble

In a 10x6x2 baking dish, layer bread slices to cover bottom of dish.
Sprinkle cheese, meat and veggies over bread.  In a bowl, stir together the
eggs, milk and seasonings till well mixed.  Pour carefully over ingredients
in baking dish. Cover. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature or in fridge for
longer periods. Uncover. Bake 325  for 50 to 60 minutes or until center is
nearly set. Let stand 10 minutes. Cut into squares.

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