Makes 6 servings
This simple meal can be made the night ahead and served for brunch, lunch or supper! Try to use fresh basil as it really does make a difference. Cheddar cheese can be substituted for the Swiss cheese. Serve with ta simple Fresh Tomato Salad.
Ingredients
6 cups (1.5 L) whole wheat bread cubes (about 8 slices), preferably stale
3 cups (750 mL) finely diced zucchini (about 1 lb/500 g)
1-1/2 cups (375 mL) shredded Swiss cheese
6 eggs
2 cups (500 mL) 2% milk
1/4 cup (50 mL) chopped fresh basil or 1 tbsp (15 mL) dried basil
1/2 tsp (2 mL) dry mustard
1/4 tsp (1 mL) each ground nutmeg and pepper
6 large tomatoes (about 3 lb/1.5 kg), sliced
2 tbsp (25 mL) balsamic vinegar
2 tsp (10 mL) olive oil
1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh basil or 1 tsp (5 mL) dried basil
Pinch pepper
Directions
- Lightly grease a 9- x 13- inch (3L) glass baking dish or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread half of the bread cubes in the casserole dish; top with half of the zucchini and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs with milk, basil, mustard, nutmeg and pepper; pour over strata. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake, uncovered, for 45 to 55 minutes or until golden and set in centre.
- To make the Fresh Tomato Salad, arrange tomato slices on large plate. Combine vinegar and oil; drizzle over tomatoes. Sprinkle with basil and pepper.
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