Asparagus Strata - cooking recipe

Ingredients

12 slices white bread
12 oz. sharp process cheese
1 1/2 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 c. cooked ham, diced
6 eggs
2 Tbsp. onion, minced
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
3 c. milk

Preparation

Using a doughnut cutter, cut 12 circles and holes from bread; set aside.
Tear remaining bread in pieces and place in a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
Layer cheese, asparagus and ham over torn bread; arrange bread circles and holes in top.
Lightly beat eggs with milk.
Add onion, salt and mustard; mix well. Pour egg mixture over bread circles and holes.
Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
Bake, uncovered, at 325\u00b0 for 55 minutes or until top is light golden brown.
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Yields 6 to 8 servings.