Ham-Broccoli Strata

Ham-Broccoli Strata

1 cup broccoli florets
1 Tbsp. water
5 cups 1/2-inch French bread cubes
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (6 oz.)
1 cup diced reduced-sodium cooked ham
1-3/4 cups fat-free milk
3/4 cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed
2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 tsp. dry mustard
Dash ground black pepper

1. In microwave-safe shallow dish, combine broccoli and the water. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on 100 percent power (high) for 2 to 3 minutes or just until tender. (Or in covered small saucepan, cook broccoli in small amount of boiling water for 4 to 6 minutes or just until tender.) Drain well; set aside.

2. Layer half of the bread cubes in a greased 2-quart square baking dish. Top with cheese, ham, and broccoli; add remaining bread cubes. In bowl, combine milk, egg product, onion, mustard, and pepper. Pour egg mixture evenly over the layers in dish. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 24 hours.

3. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Uncover and bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes. Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

Calories 252
Total Fat (g) 11
Saturated Fat (g) 7
Monounsaturated Fat (g) 4
Cholesterol (mg) 42
Sodium (mg) 698
Carbohydrate (g) 18
Total Sugar (g) 4
Fiber (g) 1
Protein (g) 20

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