Burger Strata
Satisfy your burger cravings with a fun and flavorful twist by trying this delicious Burger Strata recipe! Combining all the classic flavors of a cheeseburger—savory ground beef, tangy ketchup and mustard, gooey cheddar cheese, and even chopped pickles—this hearty casserole layers it all over cubes of soft sandwich bread. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, this easy-to-make dish features a creamy egg and milk mixture that binds the ingredients together, creating a rich, custard-like texture. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this bake is ideal for weeknight dinners, brunch gatherings, or potlucks. Serve it warm straight from the oven, and watch as this comforting and family-friendly meal disappears from the table! Keywords: Burger Strata, cheeseburger casserole, layered bake, easy comfort food, family dinner recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 8 slices sandwich bread, cubed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup pickles, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing the dish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the butter and set it aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Season the beef mixture with salt and black pepper. Stir in ketchup and mustard until well combined. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
Layer half of the cubed bread in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Spread half of the cooked beef mixture over the bread layer, followed by half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat with the remaining bread, beef mixture, and cheese to create layers.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
Slowly pour the egg mixture over the layered casserole, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Press down gently with a spatula to help the bread soak up the liquid.
Scatter the chopped pickles over the top of the strata for added burger flavor.
Let the dish sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the egg mixture to absorb into the bread.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes or until the top is golden and the strata is set.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.5 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 289 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 476 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 417 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
