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A hearty and savory breakfast casserole layered with crusty bread, savory sausage, and melty cheese, all soaked in a rich egg custard. Perfect for making ahead for a stress-free brunch or holiday morning.
For 8 servings
Prepare Bread and Baking Dish
Cook Sausage and Aromatics
Assemble the Strata
A hearty and savory breakfast casserole layered with crusty bread, savory sausage, and melty cheese, all soaked in a rich egg custard. Perfect for making ahead for a stress-free brunch or holiday morning.
This american recipe takes 90 minutes to prepare and yields 8 servings. At 671.82 calories per serving with 33.37g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prepare and Add the Custard
Refrigerate and Soak
Bake the Strata
Rest and Serve
Omit the sausage and add 1 pound of sautéed mushrooms, spinach (squeezed dry), and bell peppers.
Swap the cheddar for Gruyère, Monterey Jack, Swiss, or a combination of your favorite melting cheeses.
Use hot breakfast sausage and add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño to the sausage mixture.
Try using challah, brioche, or a hearty whole wheat bread for a different flavor and texture.
With eggs, sausage, milk, and cheese, this dish is packed with protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full and satisfied.
The combination of protein, fats, and carbohydrates provides a long-lasting source of energy, making it an excellent choice for a brunch that will keep you fueled for hours.
Eggs and sausage are good sources of B vitamins, particularly B12, which is crucial for nerve function and the formation of red blood cells.
A single serving of this Sausage and Cheese Strata contains approximately 640-680 calories, depending on the specific type of sausage and cheese used. It is a very rich and hearty dish.
This strata is high in protein and provides sustained energy, but it is also high in saturated fat, sodium, and calories due to the sausage, cheese, and heavy cream. It's best enjoyed as an occasional indulgent meal rather than a daily breakfast.
Absolutely! This recipe is designed to be made ahead. You can assemble it completely and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. You can also freeze the unbaked strata for up to 2 months; thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before baking as directed.
A sturdy, crusty bread like sourdough, French baguette, or ciabatta is ideal. These breads hold their shape well and absorb the custard without becoming overly soggy. Avoid soft, pre-sliced sandwich bread.
A soggy strata is usually caused by using fresh, soft bread that hasn't been dried or toasted. It's also important to ensure the bread-to-custard ratio is correct and that the strata is baked until the center is fully set.
Store leftover strata covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until warmed through.
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