Sausage And Cheese Strata(Adapted From Gourmet) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. sausage meat
8 slices homemade-type white bread, crusts removed and the bread cut into 1/2-inch cubes (I use French or Italian bread)
3/4 lb. Monterey Jack cheese, grated (Mozzarella or Cheddar is also good)
4 large eggs, beaten lightly
1 1/2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
pinch of cayenne
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
3 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Preparation

In a skillet, brown the sausage over moderately high heat, breaking it up with a fork and with a slotted spoon, transfer it to paper towels to drain.