"If you’re in need of a breakfast casserole for hungry guests or even a savory one for dinner, this pork strata is perfect. Everyone will be loving the combination of crunchy bread cubes, creamy cheese, and tender pork...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 cups warm water
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons mustard seeds
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1 bay leaf
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1/3 cup plus 5 tsp. kosher salt, divided
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2 (1-inch- thick) bone-in, pork shoulder blade chops (about 3 1/4 lb. total)
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1 3/4 teaspoons black pepper, divided
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2 tablespoons canola oil
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2 medium-size yellow onions (about 1 lb.), sliced (about 4 cups)
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1/2 cup apple cider
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1/4 cup chicken broth
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1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
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10 ounces (1-inch) French bread cubes
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4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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4 cups chopped sweet onion
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3 ounces chopped baby spinach
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6 large eggs
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2 cups whole milk
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1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
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6 ounces shredded Swiss cheese, divided