"For me, the combination of sweet and savory along with easy preparation make this Italian-inspired strata a winning dish for home cooks everywhere! It can be served for breakfast, brunch, or as a late afternoon meal.—Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/3 pound pancetta, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons butter, divided
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1-1/3 cups finely chopped sweet onion
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2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
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3 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
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5 cups cubed multigrain bread
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1/2 cup sliced almonds, optional
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6 large eggs
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese
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1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese
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1 cup apricot preserves
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3 tablespoons minced fresh basil