Ham and Zucchini Strata

1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups chopped zucchini
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 chopped onion
1 chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
6 eggs
2 cups cubed day-old bread
1-1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheesesalt & pepper to taste

-In a large skillet, saute the mushrooms, zucchini, ham, onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until vegetables are tender. Set aside.
-In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and cream until smooth. Beat in eggs. Stir in the bread, cheese, salt, pepper and vegetable mixture.
-Pour into a greased casserole dish.
-Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
-Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.