This cheesy ham and asparagus strata makes a great brunch dish because
you can assemble it the night before and bake it in the morning.
Ingredients
4 English muffins, torn or cut into bite-size pieces (4 cups)
2 cup cubed cooked ham or chicken (10 ounces)
1 10-ounce package frozen cut asparagus or frozen cut broccoli, thawed and well-drained or 2 cups cut up fresh cooked asparagus or broccoli
4 ounces process Swiss cheese, torn, or process Gruyere cheese, cut up
4 beaten eggs
1/4 cup dairy sour cream
1-1/4 cups milk
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt*
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1. In a greased 2-quart square baking dish layer half of the English muffin pieces. Top with the ham, asparagus, and cheese. Top with the remaining English muffin pieces.
2. In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs and sour cream. Stir in milk, onion, mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over the layers in dish. Cover and chill for 2 to 24 hours.
3. Bake, uncovered, in a 325 degree F oven for 60 to 65 minutes or until the internal temperature registers 170 degree F on an instant-read thermometer. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Makes 6 servings.
*Note: If using ham, omit the salt.
Source: Better Homes & Gardens