Asparagus Strata

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus fresh trimmed cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 6  eggs lightly beaten
• 2 cups milk 2%
• 1 teaspoon salt 
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
• 4 cups water 

Equipment

• bowl
• sauce pan
• oven
• knife
• baking pan

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Add asparagus; boil, uncovered, for 3 minutes.
3. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water.
4. Drain and pat dry.
5. In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, milk, bread cubes, eggs, cheese and salt.
6. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight.
7. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
8. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
9. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.