SUNDAY BRUNCH STRATA

Sunday Brunch Strata image

Hearty and fresh-tasting, this classic strata makes a wonderful breakfast dish. -Sonya Labbe, Santa Monica, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

8 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 eggs
8 egg whites
2 cups fat-free milk
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place bread cubes in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside., In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, egg whites, milk, spinach, cheeses, mustard, salt, nutmeg, pepper and mushroom mixture; pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.