Description
This delectable Strata Recipe is a savory breakfast casserole that can be prepped ahead for a hassle-free morning meal. Layers of bread, sausage, veggies, and cheese baked to golden perfection make this dish a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Bread:
8 cups day-old bread (cubed, such as French or sourdough)
Meat:
1/2 pound breakfast sausage (or diced ham)
Veggies:
1 small onion (chopped), 1 red bell pepper (diced)
Cheese:
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Egg Mixture:
8 large eggs, 2 1/2 cups whole milk, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Bread Base: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and evenly place the cubed bread on the bottom.
- Cook Sausage and Veggies: Brown the sausage in a skillet, then add onion and bell pepper until softened. Remove from heat and cool.
- Layer Ingredients: Spread the sausage and veggies over bread, then add cheeses on top.
- Make Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over the bread and fillings.
- Chill and Bake: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Bake at 350°F for 45–50 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Serve: Rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can customize this strata with your favorite cheeses, meats, or veggies.
- This dish is ideal for prepping ahead, making it perfect for brunches or holiday mornings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg
