Best Zippy Strata Recipes

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

Ingredients

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.

EASY SAUSAGE STRATA

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This strata is really easy to make. Put it together the day before, then just remove from the refrigerator and bake. Ham or bacon can be substituted for the sausage. Sometimes I add cooked chopped broccoli for a change of pace.

Provided by LISAJANI

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 10h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound pork sausage
6 (1 ounce) slices bread, cubed
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
6 eggs
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground dry mustard

Steps:

Place sausage in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and set aside.
Layer bread cubes, sausage, and Cheddar cheese in a lightly greased 7x11 inch baking dish. In a bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, salt, and mustard. Pour the egg mixture over the bread cube mixture. Cover, and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
Remove the casserole from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Bake 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 206.5 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 1195 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

ZIPPY EGG CASSEROLE

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"This casserole has a bit of a zip to it because of the Pepper Jack cheese," says Anita Jones of Raytown, Missouri. "Instead of plain white bread, it uses seasoned croutons, which give it more flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 package (5-1/2 ounces) seasoned salad croutons
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
8 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups half-and-half cream
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Place the croutons in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheeses and sausage. , In a large bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; pour over the casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

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