Best Jewish Deli Strata Recipes

GRANDMA'S ANYTHING GOES STRATA

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Grandma knew how to make a hearty meal out of leftover bits of bread and cheese. This recipe is meant for riffing, so use any type of cheese, leafy greens, meat or bread you happen to have on hand.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Butter or nonstick cooking spray, for greasing pan
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup half-and-half
Pinch of ground nutmeg
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 handfuls dark, leafy greens such as spinach, arugula or baby kale, chopped (about 1 cup packed)
1 cup diced salty deli meat, such as Canadian bacon, ham, or cooked bacon
8 ounces (about 2 1/2 packed cups) leftover bread torn into 1-inch pieces, such as English muffins, bagels or sourdough bread
3/4 cup shredded mild melting cheese such as Gruyere, provolone or Gouda

Steps:

Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Grease a 1 1/2 quart baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Whisk the eggs, milk, half-and-half, nutmeg, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Fold the greens, meat, bread and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese into the mixture. Pour into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake until the strata is puffed, golden brown at the edges and set in the center, about 15 minutes more. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

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

Ingredients

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

REUBEN AND RYE STRATA

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This make-ahead dish is so easy to prepare. It's wonderful for brunch, lunch or supper, or as a potluck meal. If you prefer it, substitute turkey pastrami for the corned beef. -Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

10 slices rye bread, cubed (about 6 cups)
1-1/4 pounds thinly sliced deli corned beef, chopped
2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese or Swiss cheese
1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed, drained and patted dry
1/4 cup chopped dill pickles
6 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
2/3 cup Thousand Island salad dressing
Dash garlic powder
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Place bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with corned beef, Gruyere, sauerkraut and pickles. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, dressing and garlic powder. Pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove strata from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 45 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 5-10 minutes longer. Let stand 10-15 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 22g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 1377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.