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Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9- by 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Arrange half the bread in dish, overlapping and wedging pieces to cover the bottom.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 5 eggs, then add milk, cream, 2 tablespoons.
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sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and salt and whisk again.
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Pour half of custard over bread in dish, letting it soak in thoroughly.
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Set remaining custard aside.
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To make filling, use a handheld or stand mixer to beat together goat cheese, cream cheese, butter, remaining egg, and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar in a large bowl until soft and fluffy, about 1 minute.
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Drop half of filling over bread in large spoonfuls, gently spreading it out with the back of the spoon.
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Repeat process with half of jam.
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Arrange remaining bread in a layer, then repeat process with custard, goat cheese filling, and jam.
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Swirl a butter knife through the top layers of cheese and jam to create a decorative design.
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(At this point, the strata can be baked immediately or covered and refrigerated overnight.
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Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the strata is puffed, firmly set, and golden brown.
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Set aside to cool for 10 minutes, then dust with confectioners sugar, cut into squares, and serve.
