All-Time Best Ham and Cheese Strata

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Introducing the all-time best ham and cheese strata recipe, a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of ham, gooey cheese, and savory bread. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a comforting dinner option. With its simple yet satisfying ingredients, this strata is sure to become a family favorite. The layers of ham and cheese meld together with the egg mixture, creating a mouthwatering combination of flavors. Enjoy this delicious and versatile dish that will surely impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

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All time best ham and cheese strata recipe details

All time best ham and cheese strata recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
Number of votes:121

When you really want to do breakfast right, make this hearty, cheesy, crunchy breakfast casserole. Has all the fuel you’ll need for a full day of man stuff.
Ready in: 9 hours 10 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 12 slices white bread, crusts removed
• 1 pound fully cooked ham, diced
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 6 eggs
• 3 cups 2-percent milk
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground dry mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Dash of cayenne
• 1/4 cup minced onion
• 1/4 cup cored, seeded, and minced green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup crushed cornflakes

Preparation method

Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 50 mins | Extra time: 8 hours, chilling

1. Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Nestle 6 of the bread slices in the bottom of the baking dish, then distribute ham and cheese over the bread and top with remaining slices.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs with milk, Worcestershire, mustard, salt, pepper, cayenne, onions, and green pepper until frothy. Pour over the strata, cover with plastic wrap or foil, and place in refrigerator for 8 hours (or overnight).
3. Remove from refrigerator and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Then drizzle the butter over the strata and top with cornflakes.
4. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes.