Best Bacon Cheddar And Spinach Strata Recipes

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BACON & CHEDDAR STRATA



Bacon & Cheddar Strata image

I prepare this sunrise specialty the day before Christmas so we have something cheesy and hearty to warm our tummies while we open gifts the next morning. The key to its perfection is to let it set overnight.-Deb Healey, Cold Lake, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bacon strips
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
8 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
8 slices white bread, cubed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon in batches until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble into a small bowl. Add red pepper, onions and tomatoes. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half each of the bread, bacon mixture and cheese. Top with remaining bread and bacon mixture., In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, mayonnaise and seasonings. Pour over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

BACON, SPINACH, & CHEDDAR STRATA



Bacon, Spinach, & Cheddar Strata image

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup chopped onion
4 cups cubed day old Italian bread (about ½- 1 inch cubes)
5 pieces bacon (chopped)
1 cup frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed of any moisture)
1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese (please don't buy the pre-shredded stuff!)
8 eggs divided
2 cups milk divided
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a small sauté pan over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towel. Reserve grease. Cook onion in the same pan over a medium heat until soft, about three minutes.
  • Mix bread, onion, bacon, spinach, and salt in a large bowl. Spread evenly in a greased 2½ qt casserole dish.
  • Mix 5 eggs, 1 ½ cups milk, and salt in the same bowl. Pour over bread mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  • When ready to bake, remove from fridge. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix remaining eggs (3) and remaining milk (1/2 cup) together. Pour over egg/bread mixture and use a spoon or spatula to make sure the egg is evenly spread and falls into all the cervices.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until puffed and brown.

SPINACH, BACON AND CHEESE STRATA



Spinach, Bacon and Cheese Strata image

Adapted from WeightWatchers - a Strata is sort of like an omlette, and sort of like a quiche. It's cooked stovetop, and then broiled in the oven - so if you don't have an oven-proof skillet, cover the handle with aluminum foil before broiling! Weight Watchers Points per slice: 4

Provided by Makin Bacon

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 6 slices, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons olive oil
4 slices cooked crisp turkey bacon
1/2 cup onion
1 cup cooked spinach
cooking spray, 1 spray(s)
3 slices light whole wheat bread
3 large eggs
1 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
1/2 cup 1% low-fat milk
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese
3/4 cup cabot light reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add onion sauté until vegetable are soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add spinach and fold until wilted. 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, EggBeaters, 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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