Spinach-and-Prosciutto Strata
3 C. fat-free milk, divided
1 C. sliced green onions
1 (16-oz.) loaf peasant bread, cut into 2-inch cubes
1 (10-oz.) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
2 tsp. olive oil
3 C. quartered cremini mushrooms (about 6 oz.)
1 C finely chopped red bell pepper
3/4 C. chopped prosciutto (about 3 oz.)
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 T. chopped fresh basil, divided
1/4 tsp. kosher salt, divided
1/4 tsp. black pepper, divided
4 large eggs
2 large egg whites
Cooking spray
3/4 C. (3 oz.) shredded Asiago cheese, divided
Combine 2 C. milk and onions in a large bowl. Add bread, tossing gently to coat. Cover and chill for 30 minutes. Stir in spinach. Preheat oven to 375°. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; sauté 5 minutes. Add bell pepper; sauté 3 minutes. Add prosciutto and garlic; sauté 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in 1 T. basil, 1/8 tsp. salt, and 1/8 tsp. black pepper. Place 1 C. milk, 2 T. basil, 1/8 tsp. salt, 1/8 tsp. black pepper, eggs, and egg whites in a large bowl; stir well with a whisk. Place half of bread mixture in an 11 x 7-inch dish coated with cooking spray. Spoon mushroom mixture over bread mixture, and sprinkle with half of cheese. Top with remaining bread mixture. Pour egg mixture over bread mixture; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 375° for 1 hour or until set.
Yield: 8 servings
Calories: 328
Fat: 10g
Fiber: 3.7g