*  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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