Okay, a strata is basically a fancy word for layered casserole or crustless quiche, if you will. But this recipe is tried and true and it's delicious. Elaine, my other mom, has been making this for several years and it's always a great hit with everyone. This is a great brunch item, too, because you can feed a lot of people and you don't have to do much work. Serve it with a side of fresh fruit--don't forget the mimosas--and you've got yourself a really, really good breakfast!
INGREDIENTS (serves 8 to 10 people)
- 10 Large eggs
- 1 stick butter, melted
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Large dash of salt
- 1 pint (16oz) cottage cheese
- 1 lb. shredded cheese, such as Jack Cheese or mixed
- 7 or 8 oz diced green chilies (Ortega brand, if possible)
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Beat eggs with hand mixer and add melted butter, flour, baking powder and salt. Beat until well blended. Add cottage cheese, shredded cheese and chilies by hand and mix to combine.
Pour into a greased 9x13 dish. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. Lower temperature to 350 degrees and bake 25 - 30 minutes until casserole is golden brown and knife comes out clean from center.
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