Hearty Pepper Strata

By srumbel

Here's a hefty, make-ahead strata that's as satisfying and delicious for dinner as it is for breakfast. You'll want to give this test kitchen recipe a try!
from tasteofhome.com

Ingredients

• 9 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
• 1 package (14 ounces) frozen pepper strips
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 8 eggs
• 8 egg whites
• 2-1/2 cups fat-free milk
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

Step 1

. Place bread cubes in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside.
2. In a large skillet, saute the peppers, mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, egg whites, milk, cheese, salt, pepper and vegetable mixture; pour over the top. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutritional Facts

1 piece equals 283 calories, 12 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 228 mg cholesterol, 546 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 21 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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