Brunch Strata

3 c. sliced fresh mushrooms
3 c. chopped zucchini
2 c. cubed, fully-cooked ham
1 1/2 c. chopped onion
1 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
2 cloves, garlic minced
1/3 c. vegetable oil
2 (8 oz) pkgs, cream cheese; softened
1/2 cup half &half
12 eggs
4 c. cubed,day-old bread
3 c. shredded cheddar cheese
1 t. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

In a large skillet, saute mushrooms, zucchini, ham, onion, peppers and garlic and oil until vegetables are tender. Drain and pat dry; set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and cream until smooth. Beat in eggs. Stir in the bread, cheese, salt, pepper and vegetable mixture.

Pour into two greased 11x7x2 baking dishes. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.