Puffy Asparagus Strata

Puffy Asparagus Strata

“This interesting strata is unique with its chewy crust, due to the English muffins. Sometimes I add mushrooms as well. Or use spinach or broccoli instead of asparagus.”

— Rose Martin

  • Kid Friendly
  • 75 minutes
  • 6–8 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 English muffins, split and toasted
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese with jalapenos, divided
  • 1 cup diced chopped, cooked ham
  • 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 8 eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
  • In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water to boil
  • Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3 minutes
  • Drain and immediately place in ice water and drain again.
  • Arrange six English muffin halves, cut side up, in a greased baking dish
  • Fill in spaces with remaining muffin halves, cut to fit
  • Sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese, the asparagus, ham, red pepper, and green onions
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, and seasonings; pour over muffins
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from fridge 30 minutes before baking
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 375 F for 40–45 minutes or until a knife inserted near centre comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.