Tasty Almond Strata

Create a delicious breakfast in no time. You can make this dish with items you likely already have lying around your pantry and fridge. The toasted almonds add a great flavor that makes this dish great for a quick breakfast or for a fancy brunch.

Preparation Time: 15 min

Cooking Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

• 10 slices day old wheat bread
• 1/2 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 2/3 cups skim milk
• 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
• 6-7 eggs, or equivalent egg substitute
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter substitute, melted
• 1/2 cup almonds, slivered

Instructions

1. De-crust and cube bread. Alternate layers of cheese and bread in 2 qt. baking dish. Beat next 5 ingredients and pour over bread.
    
2. Pour melted butter substitute over top. Chill overnight. Before baking, sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350 degrees F about 1 hour, making sure eggs are set.

Notes

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