Best Asparagus Cheese Strata Recipes

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HAM, ASPARAGUS, AND GOAT CHEESE STRATA



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Stratas are the new frittatas, haven't you heard? Please a crowd with this mouth-watering dish that pairs well with Chateau Ste. Michelle wines.

Provided by Chateau Ste Michelle

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon butter, plus extra to grease the pan
½ tablespoon olive oil
½ cup yellow onion, diced
8 ounces ham, diced
1 ½ cups asparagus, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
12 eggs
1 ¾ cups milk
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 loaf challah, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 ounces quality white cheddar cheese (such as Beecher's Flagship)
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Lightly butter the inside of a 3-quart casserole dish. Set aside.
  • Heat a medium saute pan over medium-high heat; add butter, olive oil, and onion. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent, then add the ham. Saute for 1 minute, add the asparagus, and cook for 30 seconds more. Remove from heat and cool.
  • In a medium bowl, beat eggs well and then whisk in milk, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper. Place the challah pieces in a large bowl and add the egg mixture. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  • Put 1/2 of the mixture in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Top with 1/2 of the asparagus-ham mixture, 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese, and all of the goat cheese. Cover with the rest of the bread mixture, asparagus-ham mixture, and cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165 degrees F. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 229.2 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1106.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ASPARAGUS CHEESE STRATA MAIN DISH



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Last spring we visited old friends who serve this egg dish for Sunday breakfast before church. I thought it was wonderful and full of flavor. Besides, it's easy to make ahead. I use fresh asparagus and serve it with muffins and fresh fruit. -Betty Jacques, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 loaf (1 pound) sliced bread, crusts removed
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cup cubed fully cooked ham
6 eggs
3 cups milk
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cover asparagus with water; cover and cook until just tender but still firm. Drain and set aside. Lightly brush butter over one side of bread slices. Place half of the bread, buttered side up, in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Layer with asparagus and ham. Cover with remaining bread, buttered side up. In a bowl, lightly beat eggs; add milk, onion, salt and mustard; pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 50 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Return to the oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

HAM, ASPARAGUS AND CHEESE STRATA



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Sure to please a crowd, this ham dish made with natural ingredients will become a staple to serve every holiday.

Provided by Mary Jenny

Categories     Pork

Time 4h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb asparagus (cut into 2 inch pieces)
12 slices egg bread
2 cups smoked ham, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (Schneiders Country Naturals smoked ham)
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
6 eggs
2 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in a small amount of boiling salted water until tender crisp, about 2 to 3 minutes; drain and set aside.
  • Place 6 slices of bread on the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch (3.5 L) baking dish, cutting the bread if necessary to fit the dish.
  • Sprinkle half of ham, asparagus, chives, rosemary and cheeses over bread. Repeat with second layer ending with cheese.
  • Beat eggs, milk, mustard and pepper in a large bowl. Pour egg mixture evenly over the bread. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350ËšF (180ËšC).
  • Bake uncovered in preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes or until egg mixture is set in centre. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 909.2, Fat 46.2, SaturatedFat 24.1, Cholesterol 442.9, Sodium 1467.4, Carbohydrate 71.9, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 4.5, Protein 52.5

HAM ASPARAGUS AND CHEESE STRATA



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Categories     Egg     Brunch     Bake

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz. asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
5 cups French bread cubes
2 cups shredded Gruyere or white Cheddar cheese, (8 oz.)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions
8 oz. cooked ham, diced
10 eggs, 4 to start then 6 on top
1-1/2 cups milk

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boiling. Add asparagus; cook 5 minutes or until bright green. 2. In a greased 3-quart baking dish spread half the bread cubes. Top with cheese, onion, chives and half the ham and asparagus. Top with remaining bread. 3. In a bowl whisk together four of the eggs and the milk. Evenly pour over layers in dish. Press down bread pieces into the egg milk mixture with the back of a spoon. Top with remaining ham and asparagus. Cover; refrigerate until ready to bake. 4. Bake, uncovered, in a 325 degrees F oven 30 minutes. With the back of a wooden spoon, press 6 indentations in top of strata. Pour a whole egg into each indentation. Bake 20 to 25 minutes more or until an instant-read thermometer inserted In center of strata registers 170 degrees F and eggs are set. Let stand 15 minutes. 5. Cut into squares to serve. If desired, drizzle lightly with olive oil and spnnkle with salt and cracked black pepper.

ASPARAGUS, BACON AND CHEESE STRATA



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Stratas make an excellent breakfast or brunch, and they give you the perfect opportunity to use up leftover vegetables, lean meats and day-old bread. WeightWatchers.com: Weight Watchers Recipe - Source: weightwatchers.com

Provided by Dave Smith

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tsp olive oil
4 slice bacon, uncooked
1/2 c onions, vidalia, peeled
2 c asparagus, fresh
cooking spray
6 slice bread, whole wheat
4 large eggs
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 Tbsp parmesan cheese, fat-free
1 c low-fat shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large ovenproof Cast Iron skillet over medium heat.
  • 2. Add bacon and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add onion and asparagus; sauté until vegetable are soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove vegetables from pan and set aside.
  • 3. Preheat broiler. Off heat, coat same skillet with cooking spray. Arrange bread slices tightly in bottom of skillet. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, egg whites, milk, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over bread and allow milk mixture to soak in entirely (like when you make French toast). Sprinkle bread with 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. Place skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Cook, shaking pan frequently to promote even cooking, until almost cooked through to the top, about 4 or 5 minutes.
  • 4. Place skillet under broiler to set eggs, about 2 minutes. Remove skillet from broiler; top with bacon-vegetable mixture, cheddar cheese and remaining tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. Place skillet under broiler again until cheese melts, about 1 to 2 minutes. Slice into 6 pieces and serve. Yields 1 piece per serving.

ASPARAGUS & CHEESE STRATA



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Make and share this Asparagus & Cheese Strata recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups firm white bread, cubes
8 stalks asparagus, peeled and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups shredded jarlsberg cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1/4 cup parsley (optional)
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups low-fat milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, stir together bread cubes, asparagus, 1 cup shredded cheese and the cilantro or parsley, if using.
  • In a small bowl, beat together eggs, milk and salt.
  • Add to bread cube mixture and stir to combine.
  • Transfer to greased baking dish; top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Wrap tightly and refrigerate until ready to bake--several hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Uncover baking dish and place on rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake until golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Cut strata into 6 rectangles and serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.6, Fat 24, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 262.4, Sodium 448.6, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 6.1, Protein 22.2

ASPARAGUS, BACON AND CHEESE STRATA



Asparagus, Bacon and Cheese Strata image

Stratas make an excellent breakfast or brunch, and they give you the perfect opportunity to use up leftover vegetables, lean meats and day-old bread.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 1 Strata, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons olive oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 slices uncooked turkey bacon, diced
1/2 cup uncooked onion, diced
2 cups uncooked fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces or 2 cups frozen asparagus, thawed cut into 1-inch pieces
1 spray cooking spray
6 slices reduced-calorie whole wheat bread
4 large eggs
5 large egg whites
3/4 cup skim milk
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup low fat shredded cheddar cheese, about 4 ounces

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add onion and asparagus; sauté until vegetables are soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove vegetables from pan and set aside.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Off heat, coat same skillet with cooking spray. Arrange break slices tightly in bottom of skillet.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, egg whites, milk, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over bread and allow milk mixture to soak in entirely (like when you make French toast). Sprinkle bread with 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese.
  • Place skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Cook, shaking pan frequently to promote even cooking, until almost cooked through on the top, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Place skillet under broiler to set eggs, about 2 minutes. Remove skillet from broiler; top with bacon-vegetable mixture, cheddar cheese and remaining tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. Place skillet under broiler again until cheese melts, about 1 to 2 minutes. Slice into 6 pieces and serve. Yields 1 piece per serving.
  • NOTES:.
  • If you don't have an oven-proof skillet, cover the handle with aluminum foil before broiling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 154.3, Sodium 698.5, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 4, Sugar 2.7, Protein 18.4

ASPARAGUS, BACON AND CHEESE STRATA W. W. POINTS PLUS 5 RECIPE - (4.8/5)



Asparagus, Bacon and Cheese Strata W. W. Points Plus 5 Recipe - (4.8/5) image

Provided by Bettybug

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tsp olive oil, or vegetable oil
4 slice(s) uncooked turkey bacon, diced
1/2 cup(s) uncooked onion(s), diced
2 cup(s) uncooked asparagus, fresh, or frozen and thawed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 spray(s) cooking spray
6 slice(s) reduced-calorie whole wheat bread
4 large egg(s)
5 large egg white(s)
3/4 cup(s) fat free skim milk
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp table salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup(s) low fat shredded cheddar cheese, about 4 oz

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add onion and asparagus; sauté until vegetable are soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove vegetables from pan and set aside. Preheat broiler. Off heat, coat same skillet with cooking spray. Arrange bread slices tightly in bottom of skillet. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, egg whites, milk, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over bread and allow milk mixture to soak in entirely (like when you make French toast). Sprinkle bread with 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. Place skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Cook, shaking pan frequently to promote even cooking, until almost cooked through to the top, about 4 or 5 minutes. Place skillet under broiler to set eggs, about 2 minutes. Remove skillet from broiler; top with bacon-vegetable mixture, cheddar cheese and remaining tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. Place skillet under broiler again until cheese melts, about 1 to 2 minutes. Slice into 6 pieces and serve. Yields 1 piece per serving.

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