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Close-up of a baked Make-Ahead Breakfast Strata with Bread & Cheese topped with melted cheddar and sausage crumbles.

Make-Ahead Breakfast Strata with Bread & Cheese

This make-ahead breakfast strata is perfect for busy families and brunch gatherings. It combines bread, cheese, and eggs for a comforting meal that can be prepared the night before.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Refrigeration Time 10 hours
Total Time 11 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 329
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strata
  • 6-8 slices plain white sandwich bread crusts removed
  • 1 tablespoon butter very soft, for buttering bread
  • 2 cups Jack cheese shredded
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 12 ounces pork sausage crumbled and browned
  • 1 4-ounce can green chiles
For the Egg Mixture
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Remove the crusts from your bread slices. Lightly butter one side of each slice.
  2. Place the bread slices, butter side down, in a 9x13 baking dish. Cover the bottom of the pan completely, cutting pieces to fit like a puzzle if needed.
  3. Grate your cheeses. Sprinkle the shredded Jack cheese and then the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bread. Layer the browned sausage over the cheese, followed by the green chiles.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the milk and all the seasonings (salt, paprika, oregano, black pepper, garlic powder, and dry mustard). Combine well. Give the mixture a final whisk.
  5. Immediately pour the egg mixture evenly over the assembled casserole. Cover the dish tightly and place it in the refrigerator overnight.
  6. In the morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the strata uncovered for 50-60 minutes. The center should be puffed and set, and the edges should be golden brown.
  7. Let the strata cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 329kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 19gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 724mgPotassium: 217mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 584IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 360mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days. To reheat leftovers more evenly, cut your piece of casserole into smaller pieces before microwaving.

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