Sausage-Cheese Strata

By MaryGladys

Ingredients

• 10 cups French bread cubes (1/2- to 3/4-inch cubes)
• 12 oz cooked smoked sausage links, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 1 4-ounce can sliced mushrooms, drained
• 1 cup chopped green sweet pepper
• 6 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1-1/2 cups)
• 4 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese (1 cup)
• 7 large beaten eggs
• 3 1/2 cups milk
• 2 Tbs snipped chives
• 1 Tbs snipped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Divide half of the bread cubes between 2 greased 2-quart rectangular baking dishes. Top with sausage, mushrooms, and sweet pepper. Sprinkle with cheeses. Place remaining bread cubes on top.

Combine eggs, milk, chives, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Pour half of the mixture over bread mixture in each baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.

Bake in a 325 degree F oven, uncovered, for 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near centers comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Makes 12 servings.