Best Sunday Brunch Strata Recipes

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SUNDAY BRUNCH STRATA



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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

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.

EASY BREAKFAST STRATA



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We start this breakfast casserole the night before so it's ready for the oven the next day. That way, we don't have to deal with the prep and dirty dishes first thing in the morning! -Debbie Johnson, Centertown, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 loaf (1 pound) herb or cheese bakery bread, cubed
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground mustard
2 cups 2% milk

Steps:

  • Place bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage with pepper and onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. With a slotted spoon, place sausage mixture over bread. Sprinkle with cheese., In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, mustard and milk; pour over top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove strata from refrigerator while oven heats., Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

BRUNCH STRATA



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Ham, zucchini, mushrooms and cheese flavor this rich, hearty egg dish. It looks irresistible on a breakfast or lunch buffet, and it's easy to cut into neat squares. Make sure you bring the recipe-everyone will want it! -Arlene Butler, Ogden, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup canola oil
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3 small zucchini, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
12 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups cubed day-old bread
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and ham; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain and pat dry. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and cream until smooth. Gradually beat in eggs. Stir in the remaining ingredients and vegetable mixture., Transfer to two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 211mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

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