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Broccoli Cheddar Skillet Strata

Recipe courtesy of “Whole in One” by Ellie Krieger on behalf of Milk Means More
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 3 cups whole-wheat baguette or other crusty bread cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cups chopped broccoli about 1/2 head, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup low-fat or whole milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup packed shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 F. In 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add bread to skillet and cook, tossing frequently, until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Transfer bread to plate and carefully wipe crumbs out of pan.
  • Add remaining oil to skillet then add onion and cook until softened slightly, 2 minutes. Add broccoli and cook, stirring frequently, until it begins to soften, 3 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Add cheese and bread; toss to combine then pour bread mixture over vegetables in skillet.
  • Cover with foil and bake 10 minutes then uncover and continue baking until strata is set in center, 5-8 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit 5 minutes.
  • To serve, scoop out portions with large spoon or cut into wedges.