Crab Strata

 

4

cups cubed firm bread (6 slices)

2

cans (6 oz each) crabmeat, drained, cartilage removed and flaked

1

cup shredded Swiss cheese (4 oz)

1

cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)

1/4

cup capers, drained, if desired

3

medium green onions, chopped (3 tablespoons)

6

eggs

1 1/3

cups milk

1/4

cup dry sherry or apple juice

1

tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/2

teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Additional chopped green onions, if desired

Chopped red bell pepper, if desired

• 1 Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In casserole, mix bread cubes, crabmeat, cheeses, capers and onions.
• 2 In medium bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk. Beat in milk, sherry, mustard and Worcestershire sauce; pour over bread mixture. Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
• 3 Heat oven to 350°F. Bake uncovered about 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with additional onions and bell pepper.