MAPLE HAM AND ASPARAGUS STRATA

MAPLE HAM AND ASPARAGUS STRATA image

Yield Serves 6 to 8.

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 - 12 stalks asparagus (approx. 2 cups)
1 whole wheat baguette cubed
1 cup finely diced maple ham
2 cups shredded light cheeses (havarti, swiss, parmesan, cheddar or a mix)
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
3 eggs
3 egg whites
2 1/2 cups 1% milk
1 tbsp dijon
1/4 tsp s&p
2 tbsp parmesan (optional)

Steps:

Wash and trim asparagus. Place in a shallow dish and cover with boiling water for 2 minutes. Rinse under cold water. Reserve 3 stalks for garnish. Chop remaining stalks into 1 inch pieces. Cut or tear baguette into cubes; spread in greased 13x9 glass baking dish. Evenly spread shopped asparagus, ham and shredded cheese in dish; sprinkle with green onions. In bowl, beat eggs with egg whites. Add milk, mustard, s&p; pour over bread mixture, pressing and smoothing top. Arrange reserved stalks in centre. cover & refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 12 hours. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese if using. Bake @ 350 for 1 hour or until golden. Let stand for 10 mis before serving.

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