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Benedict Strata

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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 to 60 minutes
Makes: 6 servings

What You Need

1
pkg. (12 oz.) English muffins
6
slices Canadian-style bacon, chopped (4 oz.)
6
EGGS
1-1/2
cups milk
2
Tbsp. mayonnaise
2
Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2
tsp. freshly grated lemon peel

Here’s How

  1. SPLIT muffins; cut into 1-inch pieces. PLACE 1/2 of the pieces in single layer in greased 8-inch square baking dish. TOP with 1/2 of the bacon. REPEAT layers with remaining muffin pieces and bacon.
  2. BEAT eggs, milk, mayonnaise, lemon juice and lemon peel in large bowl until blended. SLOWLY POUR over layers in baking dish. REFRIGERATE, covered, several hours or overnight.
  3. HEAT oven to 350°F. REMOVE strata from refrigerator; uncover and let stand while oven heats. BAKE in center of 350°F oven until puffed, golden and knife inserted near center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.

Enjoy

    • The strata - a member of the custard family - is the ideal make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. Assemble it the night before to allow the bread layers time to soak up the savory custard. Bake it in the morning while the coffee brews and the table is being set.
    • Garnish with lemon slices and fresh chives.

      Insider Info

        • Like its cousins the quiche and bread pudding, the strata has endless variations. It can be made with almost any firm bread, enhanced with vegetables, meat and cheese, and flavored any way you like.
        • As with French toast and bread pudding, the strata is a good use for bread that has become a bit dry.
        • Lighter Option: Recipe can be made with reduced-fat mayonnaise, if desired.

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          Nutrition Information

          Per Serving

          Excellent Source: protein and choline

          Good Source: vitamin D, folate, calcium and iron

          calories: 282
          total fat: 10g
          saturated fat: 3g
          polyunsaturated fat: 2g
          monounsaturated fat: 3g
          cholesterol: 227mg
          sodium: 565mg
          carbohydrates: 30g
          dietary fiber: 1g
          protein: 17g
          vitamin A: 370.9IU
          vitamin D: 43.7IU
          folate: 68.1mcg
          calcium: 101.3mg
          iron: 2.9mg
          choline: 149.5mg

          vitamin C: 3.3mg
          vitamin E: 1.0IU
          trans fat: 0g
          sugars: 5g
          potassium: 231.3mg
          magnesium: 16.4mg
          selenium: 22.2mcg
          phosphorus: 200.4mg
          vitamin B12: 1.1mcg
          vitamin K: 2.3mcg
          vitamin B6: .2mg
          copper: .1mg
          vitamin B1 - thiamin: .4mg
          manganese: .1mg
          zinc: 1.1mg
          vitamin B2 - riboflavin: .6mg
          vitamin B3 - niacin: 3.3mg
          omega 3: .2g
          omega 6: 1.6g