Strata

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A hearty breakfast casserole featuring layers of bread, ham, and Swiss and Cheddar cheeses, all baked to perfection. Its savory flavors and comforting texture make it ideal for weekend brunches or family gatherings, offering a satisfying start to the day with minimal prep and overnight resting.

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Ingredients

  • 20 slices white bread
  • 3 cups ham
  • 10 oz Swiss cheese
  • 10 oz Cheddar cheese
  • 6 eggs
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

Instructions

  1. Line a buttered 13 x 9-inch pan with 10 slices of bread, then add ham, cheese, and repeat with remaining bread, ham, and cheese.
  2. Mix eggs, milk, salt, onion salt, and dry mustard; pour the mixture over the layered bread, ham, and cheese in the pan.
  3. Cover and let stand overnight in the refrigerator.
  4. Remove from the refrigerator 10 minutes before baking. Uncover and bake for 50 to 60 minutes at 375°F.
  5. Take out of the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

534 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 21.5g 43% DV
Total Fat 25.4g 33% DV
Carbs 54.8g 20% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 11.9g 24% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10433.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 341mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 128.5mg 43% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 219mcg 24% DV
Vitamin C 4mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.9mcg 4% DV
Calcium 601.5mg 46% DV
Iron 3mg 17% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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