Basic Cheese Strata

Ingredients:

softened butter optional

6 slices day old bread

1 1/2 c. (6 oz.) shredded cheese

6 egg(s)

1/2 tsp. salt

1 1/2 c. milk

1/8 tsp. pepper

1 tsp. dry mustard

Directions:

Butter bread, if desired, and cut into small cubes. Alternate even layers of bread cubes and cheese in greased 2 quart casserole or baking dish. In medium bowl, beat together remaining ingredients until well blended. Pour evenly over bread-cheese mixture. Cover. Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Uncover. Bake at 350 degrees for 70 minutes or until golden brown.

Yield: 12 servings
Serving Size: One serving is 1.5 oz meat/ meat alternate and a 0.5 oz grain for a 3- 5 year old at lunch/supper.
Credit: Provider Handbook