Title:	Benedict Strata
Category:	Brunch
Sub-Category:	Easter
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1 (12 ounce) package English muffins
6 slices (4 ounces) Canadian bacon, chopped
6 eggs
1 1/2 cups skim or low-fat (1 percent) milk
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Chives, optional
Halved lemon slices, optional

Split muffins and cut into cubes. Alternate even layers of muffin cubes and ham in lightly greased 8-inch square baking dish.

In medium bowl, beat together eggs, milk, mayonnaise, lemon peel and lemon juice until well blended. Pour evenly over muffin-ham mixture. Cover. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Uncover. Bake in preheated 350 degree F oven until golden brown and knife inserted near center comes out clean, about 50 to 60 minutes. Garnish with chives and lemon slices, if desired.