Canadian Bacon and Cheese Strata

A hearty and savory strata with layers of Canadian bacon, cheese, and bread soaked in an egg custard.

Ingredients

• 6 slices White bread
• 6 slices Canadian bacon
• 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• 6 Large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Pinch Nutmeg
• To taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Grease a baking dish.
2. Cube the bread and arrange half of it in the dish.
3. Top with half of the Canadian bacon and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
4. Repeat layers with the remaining bread, Canadian bacon, and mozzarella cheese.
5. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and bacon layers. Gently press down on the bread to ensure it's submerged.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and set. If the top is browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
10. Let cool slightly before serving.

Cuisine: Canadian

Suitability: high protein,family-friendly

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 40 mins

Serving Size: 3

Meal Type: breakfast