Asparagus-English Muffin Bake

DIRECTIONS

• In a 4-quart saucepan, boil asparagus pieces 1 minute.
• Drain and put in a large bowl of ice water to stop cooking process.
• Drain and pat asparagus dry with paper towels.
• Place English muffin halves, cut side up, to form a crust in a greased 13 x 9 inch pan.
• Cut the muffins to fill the empty spaces in the pan as needed.
• Layer asparagus, half the cheese, ham, and bell pepper over muffins.
• In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, dry mustard and pepper.
• Pour the egg mixture evenly over muffins.
• Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
• Remove from refrigerator before preheating the oven to 375 degrees.
• Bake 40-45 minutes, or until set in the center.
• Immediately sprinkle remaining cheese over top and serve.