CRAB STRATA

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The mild flavor of crab is a nice match for eggs and cheese in a do-ahead brunch casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 3h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 cups cubed firm bread (6 slices)
2 cans (6 oz each) crabmeat, drained, cartilage removed and flaked
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (4 oz)
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup capers, drained, if desired
3 medium green onions, chopped (3 tablespoons)
6 eggs
1 1/3 cups milk
1/4 cup dry sherry or apple juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Additional chopped green onions, if desired
Chopped red bell pepper, if desired

Steps:

Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In casserole, mix bread cubes, crabmeat, cheeses, capers and onions.
In medium bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk. Beat in milk, sherry, mustard and Worcestershire sauce; pour over bread mixture. Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
Heat oven to 350°F. Bake uncovered about 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with additional onions and bell pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 150 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g