Crab & Three Cheese Strata

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Servings: 10 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, custardy baked breakfast casserole featuring sweet Dungeness crab and sharp cheddar.
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This Crab and Three Cheese Strata is a luxurious twist on the classic bread pudding, perfect for weekend brunches or special holiday mornings. Layers of crusty sourdough bread soak up a savory custard made with eggs, milk, and melted butter. The filling is elevated with sweet, flaky Dungeness crab meat, creamy ricotta, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. A hint of chopped green chiles adds a subtle kick that balances the richness of the dairy. Baked until golden and set, this dish offers a comforting, home-style elegance that feels indulgent yet approachable. It’s an ideal make-ahead meal that tastes even better after resting overnight.

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Crab & Three Cheese Strata

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10 Calories: 278.1

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This Crab and Three Cheese Strata is a luxurious twist on the classic bread pudding, perfect for weekend brunches or special holiday mornings. Layers of crusty sourdough bread soak up a savory custard made with eggs, milk, and melted butter. The filling is elevated with sweet, flaky Dungeness crab meat, creamy ricotta, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. A hint of chopped green chiles adds a subtle kick that balances the richness of the dairy. Baked until golden and set, this dish offers a comforting, home-style elegance that feels indulgent yet approachable. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal make-ahead meal that tastes even better after resting overnight.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Butter a 9x14-inch baking dish generously.
  2. Cut the sourdough bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
  4. Gently fold in the Dungeness crab meat and chopped green chiles into the cheese mixture.
  5. Layer the cheese and crab mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the baking dish.
  6. In a separate large pouring bowl or pitcher, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and dry mustard until smooth.
  7. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and cheese layers, ensuring all the bread is submerged.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
  9. Remove the strata from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes while the oven heats.
  10. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  11. Let the strata rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 278.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 644.7mg27%
Total Carbohydrate 52.2g18%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 2.3g
Protein 10.2g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: crab, strata, breakfast, brunch, cheese, sourdough, baking, make-ahead, casserole, dungeness, seafood, eggs, ricotta, cheddar, jack, custard, holiday, comfort-food, bread-pudding, savory
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