Ham "N" Cheese Strata (Country Breakfasts)

                 Because it's made the night before, you can relax in the morning before your guests arrive.

12-16 servings

• 15 slices white bread
• 3 cups shredded process American cheese
• 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
• 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped brocoli, cooked and drained
• 2 cups diced fully cooked ham
• 6 eggs, lightly beaten
• 3½ cups milk
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
• Paprika

1. Using a doughnut cutter, cut 15 circles and holes from the bread ; set aside.
2. Tear leftover bread into small pieces and place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2 in. baking dish.
3. Sprinkle cheese and onion over bread ; layer with brocoli and ham.
4. Arrange bread circles and holes over ham.
5. In a bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt and mustard ; pour over all.
6. Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight.
7. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
8. Bake uncovered, at 325F for 50 minutes ; sprinkle with paprika and bake an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

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