Artichoke Spinach Strata

Sweet bell peppers are balanced by briny artichoke hearts and robust spinach. This crowd pleaser is quick to prepare and ideal for a family brunch.
This recipe comes to us from Vicki of The Funny Spoon.
Serves 10

• 2 1/2 cups nonfat milk
• 6 eggs
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 6.5 ounce jars artichoke hearts, chopped
• 2 cups fresh spinach, washed, picked over and chopped
• or
• 1 13.5 ounce can chopped spinach, drained
• 4 slices 7 Grain Bread
• 4 ounces Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded or grated

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Beat eggs and milk together in a large bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in chopped red pepper, onion, artichoke hearts and spinach.
Tear bread into crouton-sized pieces and layer bottom of baking dish. Pour egg mixture over top. Sprinkle with cheese.
Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes, or until eggs fluff up and are fully cooked.