Zucchini and Ham Strata

This makes two 11 x 7-inch pans, good thing though because it’s delicious!… don’t worry about the exact measurments for the the veggies and ham, what I have listed is only a guideline a little more won’t hurt

Servings 16

INGREDIENTS:

1/4 cup oil

2 tablespoons butter

3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

4 cups chopped zucchini

2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

1 medium onion, chopped

1/2 large green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced (garlic lovers can use more!)

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or adjust to taste

2 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup light cream (such as half-and-half cream)

12 large eggs

4 cups cubed day-old bread

3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1 teaspoon seasoned salt

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper , or to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:———————————

Grease two 11 x 7-inch baking pans.

In a large skillet heat oil and butter over medium-high heat.

Add in  mushrooms, zucchini, ham, onions and green bell pepper; saute until vegetables are tender (about 3-4 minutes).

Add in garlic and cayenne; saute for about 1 minute; set aside.

In a large bowl beat the cream cheese and light cream until smooth

Beat in eggs until well combined.

Stir in the bread, cheddar cheese, salt and the and vegetable mixture.

Season with black pepper.

Pour/divide the mixture between the two baking dishes.

Bake uncovered in a preheat 350 degree F oven for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

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