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"I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong.
I believe that happiest girls are the prettiest girls.
I believe that tomorrow is another day,
and I believe in miracles."

-Audrey Hephburn

Monday, March 22, 2010

In anticipation of spring and eating outdoors...

My new favorite recipe for brunch! This would be perfect with a glass of white wine.

Bayou Bend Breakfast Casserole
Salami and white wine set this breakfast strata apart from the rest. A creamy layer of sour cream and Parmesan cheese baked on at the end send it out into orbit!

1/2 pound French bread, cubed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/4 pound salami, sliced
10 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup white wine
3 green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

In a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish, spread French bread cubes and drizzle with butter. Sprinkle on cheese and salami.

In a medium bowl beat together eggs, milk, wine, green onions, mustard, pepper and red pepper flakes. Pour over casserole, cover, and refrigerate overnight.

Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Bake, covered, for 1 hour. Uncover, spread sour cream on top, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 10 minutes or until lightly browned.

Makes 10 servings.

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