Best Cheesy Spinach Stuffing Brunch Strata Recipes

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MAKE-AHEAD CHEESY SPINACH AND EGG STRATA



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If you are a spinach lover, then you will have to try this recipe! I have made this many times to serve at a brunch get together (I always make two of these to serve at a brunch!) Plan ahead this dish needs to chill for a minimum of 8 hours or up to 24 hours or until the custard is absorbed in the bread. You can really use any cheese that you wish I find that either asiago or Gruyere are the best! If you don't want a strong spinach taste then use only one box of frozen spinach. To save time make the spinach/mushroom filling up to 1 day in advance and refrigerate, just warm slightly in the microwave before layering in the strata. You will LOVE this!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Spinach

Time 8h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach (well drained, squeeze out any excess moisture with hands)
6 tablespoons butter
1 lb fresh button mushroom, sliced (can use more or less)
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
2 teaspoons seasoning salt (or use white salt)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste or use black pepper)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 cups French bread (cut into 1-inch cubes)
3 cups asiago cheese (or to taste) or 3 cups gruyere cheese, shredded (or to taste)
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 3/4 cups full-fat milk (or use 2-3/4 cups all half and half cream)
9 large eggs
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Squeeze out as much of the moisture as possible from the spinach, then chop finely.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add in the fresh mushrooms and saute for about 10-12 minutes, or until they loose their moisture completely; remove to a bowl.
  • Add in onion with nutmeg, salt and cayenne and saute for 5 minutes (adding in the garlic the last few minutes) then stir in the chopped spinach; saute for 2 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to the bowl with the mushrooms; mix to combine slightly.
  • Butter a 4-quart casserole dish.
  • Spread 1/3 of the cubed bread into the prepared baking dish.
  • Top with 1/3 of the spinach/mushroom mixture.
  • Sprinkle with 1/3 of BOTH cheeses.
  • Repeat layering twice (ending with the cheeses).
  • In a bowl whisk together half and half, milk, eggs, mustard.
  • Pour the milk mixture evenly over the strata in the baking dish.
  • Cover with plastic and chill for about 8 hours or up to 24 hours or until the bread is absorbed in the milk.
  • When ready to bake, let the dish stay out at room temperature for about 40 minutes before baking.
  • Set oven to 350°F (second-lowest oven rack).
  • Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1317.3, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 346.2, Sodium 2203, Carbohydrate 187.8, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 15.2, Protein 61.8

SPINACH & CHEESE STRATA



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Layered with spinach, cheese, and bread, and soaked in a savory custard, this make-ahead strata is ideal for entertaining.

Provided by Jennifer Segal, inspired by

Categories     Breakfast & Brunch

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound bag chopped frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed as dry as possible
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
12 ounces (¾ pound) Italian sandwich bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 11 slices or 8 cups)
6 ounces (1½ cups) coarsely grated Gruyère
2 ounces (⅔ cup) finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
9 large eggs
2¾ cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1¾ teaspoons salt
¾ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and drained spinach and cook 2 minutes more. Set aside.
  • Butter a 3-quart or 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread one third of the bread cubes in the dish and top evenly with one third of spinach mixture. (Try to break it up as much as possible so there are no huge clumps of spinach.) Sprinkle with one third of each cheese. Repeat layering twice, ending with cheeses.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the half-and-half, mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg and whisk until well combined. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the strata. Cover the strata with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Bake the strata, uncovered, until puffed, set and golden brown all over top, 70-80 minutes. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving. It will settle a bit as it cools.
  • Note: The cook time is based on the strata going immediately from the fridge to the oven. If it sits out at room temperature before baking, the cook time will be about 10 minutes less.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483, Fat 30g, Carbohydrate 30g, Protein 25g, SaturatedFat 16g, Sugar 4g, Fiber 4g, Sodium 1117mg, Cholesterol 280mg

SPINACH AND CHEDDAR STRATA



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This is a great option for a vegetarian dinner; the eggs, cheese, and milk provide plenty of protein.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 ounces spinach
3 cups day-old bread cubes (1 inch)
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup whole milk
1 1/4 cups grated sharp white cheddar (3 ounces)
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add spinach and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander and drain, pressing with a rubber spatula to release as much liquid as possible. Divide bread and spinach among 4 small, shallow 8-ounce baking dishes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and 3/4 cup cheese. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Divide mixture evenly among baking dishes and top with 1/2 cup cheese. Set dishes on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until set in middle and golden brown on top, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g

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