Cinnamon Apple Strata

A family favourite for dessert or a special breakfast. Serves 8

Ingredients

• 2 apples peeled, cored and diced
• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
• 8 slices, raisin bread, diced small
• 3/4 cup (180 mL) shredded ADL or COWS Cheddar cheese
• 2-3 heaping tbsp (30-45 mL) brown sugar
• 2 cups (500 mL) milk
• 3 large eggs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 ºF (180 ºC).
2. In a non-stick skillet pan over medium heat, sauté cinnamon and apples together in butter until tender.
3. Place three-quarters of bread into a lightly buttered 8-inch square (20 cm) baking dish.
4. Spread apple mixture, cheese and brown sugar evenly over bread.
5. In a large bowl, beat milk and eggs together until frothy and stir in remaining bread. Add to baking dish.
6. Bake 45 to 60 minutes until set. Serve warm or chilled.

Source: Dairy Farmers of PEI