Ham and Broccoli Strata

Ingredients

• 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
• 3/4 lb thinly sliced deli ham, cut into 1/2-inch strips
• 2 cups shredded swiss cheese
• 1 loaf French bread, cut in 1-inch slices
• 6 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 cups milk
• 3 tablespoons dried onion flakes
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, ham and cheese; spread half the mixture into a greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Arrange bread slices on top and cover with remaining ham//cheese/broccoli mixture. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, onion flakes, mustard and hot pepper sauce. Pour over broccoli mixture. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

2. 2

   Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.