Cheddar, Ham & Broccoli Casserole

This cheddar, ham and broccoli casserole, or strata, is the ultimate make-ahead brunch dish, leaving you time to relax before guests arrive.



PREP: 20 minutes
CHILL: 2 to 24 hours
BAKE: 1 hour
STAND: 10 minutes
OVEN: 325°F
MAKESS:6 servings

INGREDIENTS
1 cup broccoli florets 1 8-ounce loaf French bread, cut into ½-inch cubes (5 cups) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces) 1 cup cubed cooked ham (5 ounces) l ¾ cups milk 3 eggs 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon dry mustard Dash black pepper

PREPARATION
1. In a 1 -quart microwave-safe casserole dish combine broccoli florets and 1 tablespoon water. Microwave, covered, on 100% power (high) for 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain well. (Or cook broccoli, covered, in a small amount of boiling water for 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-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. Top with the remaining bread cubes. In a medium bowl whisk together milk, eggs, onion, mustard, and pepper. Pour evenly over layers in dish. Cover and chill for 2 to 24 hours.
3. Bake, uncovered, in a 325°F oven about 1 hour or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

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