Apple Strata

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For fall brunch.

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Steps

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Put half the bread cubes in a lightly oiled 11x 8 inch baking dish.

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Distribute cream cheese cubes over bread cubes.

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Top with apples and raisins.

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Cover with remaining bread cubes.

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In a bowl , whisk the eggs , milk , brown sugar , cinnamon , cloves , and nutmeg together.

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Pour over bread mixture.

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Be sure bread is completely covered.

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Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

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Preheat oven to 375.

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Bring strata to room temperature before baking.

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Bake , uncovered , 50-55 minutes , until set.

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Let stand 10 minutes.

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Sprinkle with powdered sugar or pass maple syrup at the table.

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Cut into squares and serve.

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Ingredients

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sourdough bread, cream cheese, apple, raisins, eggs, whole milk, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, powdered sugar, maple syrup