Egg Strata
Elevate your brunch game with this savory and satisfying Egg Strata, a baked casserole that's both hearty and endlessly customizable. Made with cubes of day-old bread, a rich mixture of eggs, milk, and heavy cream, and layered with shredded cheddar cheese, this dish combines crispy edges with a custardy, cheesy center that’s sure to please any crowd. Optional add-ins like diced ham and chopped spinach let you tailor the strata to your taste preferences, making it perfect for everything from family breakfasts to holiday gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy make-ahead recipe allows you to effortlessly serve up golden, baked perfection for up to eight delicious servings. Enjoy the ultimate comfort food that satisfies every craving!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups day-old bread (cubed)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup diced ham (optional)
- 1 cup chopped spinach (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
Spread the cubed bread evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the bread cubes in the dish.
If using diced ham and/or chopped spinach, evenly layer them over the cheese and bread.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and toppings, ensuring the bread is well-soaked.
Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the egg mixture is set.
Allow the strata to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5622 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.6 g | 337% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.3 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2151 mg | 717% | |
| Sodium | 12735 mg | 554% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 528.5 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.8 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.5 g | ||
| Protein | 268.7 g | 537% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.8 mcg | 69% | |
| Calcium | 3365 mg | 259% | |
| Iron | 32.2 mg | 179% | |
| Potassium | 4193 mg | 89% | |
*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.
