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                         American-Style Strata

Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Breakfast

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
 12      sl            Sourdough bread -- or
  6      sl            Whole-grain bread -- halved
  1-3/4  cups          Mozzarella or Monterey Jack -- shred
  1-1/2  cups          Cooked beef, lamb or pork
                       cut bite-size
  1      cup           Carrot or zucchini -- shred
  4                    Eggs
  2      cups          Milk
    1/2  teaspoon      Salt
    1/2  teaspoon      Dry mustard
    1/4  teaspoon      Ground black pepper
  1      teaspoon      Worcestershire
  1      teaspoon      Dried thyme leaves -- crumble
  1      teaspoon      Dried basil leaves -- crumble

 In a 10x6x2 baking dish, layer bread slices to cover bottom of
dish. Sprinkle cheese, meat and veggies over bread.    In a bowl,
stir togeteher the eggs, milk and seasonings till well mixed.  Pour
carefully over ingredients in baking dish. Cover. Let stand 1 hour at
room temperature or in fridge for longer periods. Uncover.  Bake 325°
for 50 to 60 minutes or until center is nearly set. Let stand 10
minutes. Cut into squares.

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