Asparagus Strata

One of my favorite breakfast and brunch dishes is a strata. Strata is an easy casserole dish that is made with bread, eggs and cheese. I always add veggies to mine and since I've eliminated almost all dairy from diet, I use much less cheese. Strata is perfect to make during the upcoming holidays. You can make it the night before and pop it in the oven In the morning.

It's very easy to adapt this dish and a "recipe" is not necessary. It's a great dish to make when you have odds and ends of veggies in your fridge.This version was made with two stale rolls I had in my fridge and asparagus. Any combination of onions, mushrooms, peppers, etc works great, so use your favorites.

                      

Asparagus Strata

2 C stale bread cubes

1 bunch of asparagus, tough ends removed and cut into two inch pieces

1/4 C fresh parsley

10 lg eggs

1/4 C coconut milk creamer (or your preference...soy, almond, etc)

1/4 C shredded imported Parmesan

sea salt and pepper

1-2 TBS extra virgin olive oil

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 10 in square baking dish and set aside. In a sauté pan over medium low heat, briefly sauté the asparagus and a pinch of salt in olive oil for a few minutes. Add the bread cubes, asparagus and parsley to the baking dish, arranging them evenly. Whisk together the eggs, creamer and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the eggs over the bread and asparagus. Sprinkle the Parmesan on top. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30-40 mins or until golden brown. Serves 4-6