Fresh Asparagus And Prosciutto Strata Recipe

Name: Fresh Asparagus And Prosciutto Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh asparagus, tough ends removed discarded (cut the asparagus into about 2-inch pieces); 1 loaf bread (use a crusty French or Italian bread cut into 1-inch cubes); 4 ounces prosciutto (thinly-sliced and cut into 1/2-inch strips); 1 1/2 cups shredded asiago cheese; 1/2 cup chopped fresh chives; 6 large eggs; 3 1/2 cups full-fat milk; 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel; salt and black pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh asparagus, tough ends removed discarded (cut the asparagus into about 2-inch pieces)
1 loaf bread (use a crusty French or Italian bread cut into 1-inch cubes)
4 ounces prosciutto (thinly-sliced and cut into 1/2-inch strips)
1 1/2 cups shredded asiago cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
6 large eggs
3 1/2 cups full-fat milk
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
salt and black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

1
Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
2
Cook the asparagus in boiling water (or steam) for about 2-3 minutes; drain and plunge into ice water or very cold water; drain and pat dry with paper towels.
3
Spread half of the cubed bread into the baking dish.
4
Top with half of the prosciutto, then half of the cooked asparagus, half of the cheese and half of the chives.
5
Layer remaining bread cubes on top, followed by remaining prosciutto, asparagus, cheese and then chives.
6
In a bowl whisk eggs, milk, lemon peel, salt, pepper and pinch cayenne (if using) until well blended; pour evenly over the layered ingredients.
7
Cover with plastic wrap and chill at least 1 hour.
8
Bake in a 350u00b0F oven for about 40-50 minutes.
9
Serve warm or at room temperature.

547

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fresh asparagus, tough ends removed discarded (cut the asparagus into about 2-inch pieces), 1 loaf bread (use a crusty French or Italian bread cut into 1-inch cubes), 4 ounces prosciutto (thinly-sliced and cut into 1/2-inch strips), 1 1/2 cups shredded asiago cheese, and more.

Yes, Fresh Asparagus And Prosciutto Strata falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fresh Asparagus And Prosciutto Strata

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