Apple-Almond-Cinnamon Strata |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 70 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Better Homes and Gardens Ingredients:
1 lb loaf cinnamon raisin bread, cut into 1-inch pieces |
8 eggs, lightly beaten |
2 cups milk |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon almond extract |
1 (21 ounce) can apple pie filling |
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted |
ground cinnamon |
powdered sugar |
Directions:
1. Spread bread pieces in a greased 3-quart rectangular baking dish.
2. In a big bowl, beat the eggs, milk, salt, and almond extract together with a whisk.
3. Stir in apple pie filling and half of the almonds.
4. Carefully pour apple mixture over the bread.
5. Press bread pieces down into the egg mixture with a wooden spoon; sprinkle with the remaining almonds.
6. Cover and refrigerate for 2-24 hours.
7. Bake strata in a preheated 325° oven, uncovered, for 50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
8. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
9. Lightly sprinkle cinnamon and/or sifted powdered sugar over the top before serving.
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