Canadian Bacon Strata

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Ingredients

4 Half English Muffins/Bagels
1 Pounds Canadian Bacon
1 1/4 Cup Cheddar Cheese (sharp)
1/3 Cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese
8 Whole Eggs
3 Cup Whole Milk
1 1/2 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
2 Pinch Coarse Salt and pepper
1/2 Teaspoon Hot Sauce

Directions

Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish (oval or square); set aside.

In dish, alternately arrange, cut side down, muffin halves and Canadian bacon.

Sprinkle with cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a pinch of pepper, and hot sauce until combined.

Pour over muffins and bacon; cover tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to overnight.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Place baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet; remove plastic wrap.

Bake until puffed and set in the center, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. (Tent loosely with foil if strata starts to brown too quickly.) Let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

How to Serve

Room Temperature