Breakfast/brunch

Bacon & Asparagus Strata

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time

prep:

25 min

total:

50 min

servings

total:

6 servings

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What You Need

slices whole wheat bread

pkg. (2.52 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Fully Cooked Thick Cut Bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1/2

cup cut-up fresh asparagus spears (1/2-inch lengths)

1/2

cup finely chopped red peppers

cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided

eggs

1/2

cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN 2% Milkfat Low Fat Cottage Cheese

Make It

HEAT oven to 350°F.

ARRANGE bread slices in single layer on bottom of 13x9-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray; top with bacon, vegetables and 1/2 cup cheddar.

BEAT eggs in medium bowl. Stir in cottage cheese; pour over ingredients in pan.

BAKE 25 min. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar; bake 5 min. or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 min. before cutting to serve.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Make Ahead

Assemble strata as directed; refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake, uncovered, in 350°F oven 30 min. Top with remaining Cheddar, then continue as directed.

Serving Suggestion

Serve this flavorful entrée with a fresh fruit salad.

Substitute

Substitute 1-1/2 cups cholesterol-free egg product for the beaten fresh eggs.