Spinach Special Strata
Indulge in the comforting layers of the Spinach Special Strata, a savory baked dish that’s perfect for brunch, dinner, or any special gathering. This recipe combines hearty day-old bread cubes with vibrant, sautéed fresh spinach, creamy Gruyere and mozzarella cheeses, and a luscious egg custard infused with a hint of nutmeg for warmth and depth. The strata is baked to golden perfection, creating a crisp, cheesy topping while the interior remains irresistibly moist and flavorful. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and made with simple ingredients like onions, garlic, and pantry staples, this dish is a wholesome and crowd-pleasing way to put leftover bread to good use. Serve it warm and watch as family and friends savor every decadent, veggie-packed bite! Perfect as a vegetarian main course or a side dish, this spinach strata is a must-try recipe for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 6 cups day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, cooked spinach mixture, Gruyere cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Toss gently to distribute ingredients evenly, then transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg until well combined. Pour this egg mixture evenly over the bread and spinach mixture in the baking dish, pressing down lightly to ensure all the bread cubes absorb the liquid.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the strata.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the strata is set in the center.
Remove the strata from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your Spinach Special Strata!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 298.6 g | 383% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.6 g | 673% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1735 mg | 578% | |
| Sodium | 11984 mg | 521% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 793.1 g | 288% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.5 g | 230% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.3 g | ||
| Protein | 309.8 g | 620% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.7 mcg | 64% | |
| Calcium | 5183 mg | 399% | |
| Iron | 47.0 mg | 261% | |
| Potassium | 6299 mg | 134% | |
*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.
