Italian Sausage Cheese Strata Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Italian Sausage Cheese Strata recipe—a savory, make-ahead breakfast casserole perfect for feeding a crowd. Packed with the bold flavors of Italian sausage, sautéed onions, garlic, and a medley of creamy mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, this dish is layered with hearty, cubed day-old bread and soaked in a rich, seasoned egg custard. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, the strata is both decadent and versatile, making it ideal for brunch gatherings, holiday mornings, or even a cozy weeknight dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this easy-to-prepare casserole delivers a satisfying balance of crispy edges and tender, cheesy interiors with every bite. Prep it the night before for a stress-free morning and watch as it becomes a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Day-old bread, cubed
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the cooked sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove the skillet from heat.
Place the cubed bread in an even layer in the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the cooked sausage, onion, and garlic mixture evenly over the bread.
Top the bread mixture with both the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, spreading them out evenly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Slowly pour the egg mixture over the bread and sausage layers in the baking dish, ensuring all the bread is soaked.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and let it sit for 15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 30 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the strata is set in the center.
Remove the strata from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley, slice, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 329.9 g | 423% | |
| Saturated Fat | 132.2 g | 661% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2215 mg | 738% | |
| Sodium | 16056 mg | 698% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 777.5 g | 283% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.7 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.3 g | ||
| Protein | 367.5 g | 735% | |
| Vitamin D | 18.1 mcg | 91% | |
| Calcium | 3966 mg | 305% | |
| Iron | 62.5 mg | 347% | |
| Potassium | 4901 mg | 104% | |
*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.
