Make it a great day by starting it with layers of crusty Italian bread, sun-dried tomatoes and creamy mozzarella around a layer of thinly sliced prosciutto. This dish would be a perfect breakfast/brunch for company or for those special holidays that are s
1- 7 oz. loaf Bakery Italian Loaf Bread
4 large eggs
11/2 c. milk
1/2 c. chopped fresh parsley
1- 8 oz. package Volpi Basil Rotola, sliced 1/2 in. thick and chopped (creamy mozzarella around a layer of thinly sliced prosciutto)
1/2 c. julienned oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
Cut bread into 3/4-inch cubes (about 8 cups). Spread on jellyroll pan and let dry about 8 hours.
In large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well mixed. Stir in parsley.
Arrange half of the bread cubes in 8-inch baking dish that has been lightly coated with non-stick cooking spray. Scatter Rotola and sun-dried tomatoes over bread. Pour half of egg mixture over top. Top with remaining bread and egg mixture. Cover and chill overnight.
Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven 20 minutes. Sprinkle parmesan over top; bake until knife inserted in center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting into squares.
Makes 6 servings
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