Sausage Cheese Strata

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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A hearty overnight casserole with layers of savory sausage, custardy eggs, and melted cheese.
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Sausage Cheese Strata

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 1435.0

Description

This Sausage Cheese Strata is the ultimate comfort food for brunch or a leisurely weekend breakfast. The dish features cubes of white bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, and white wine, layered with seasoned bulk sausage and plenty of grated cheese. As it bakes, the strata becomes golden and custardy on the inside while developing a slightly crisp top. Its an excellent make-ahead meal that improves with time, allowing the flavors to meld overnight. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh green onions, for a satisfying and elegant start to your day.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325F (165C). Lightly butter a 9x12-inch glass baking dish.
  2. Cut the white bread slices into 1/4-inch cubes, leaving the crusts on.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bulk sausage until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  4. Spread half of the bread cubes evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Top the bread with half of the cooked sausage and 1 cup of the grated cheese.
  6. Repeat the layering with the remaining bread cubes, sausage, and half of the remaining cheese.
  7. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until light and lemon-colored.
  8. Whisk in the milk, white wine, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  9. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish. Press down gently to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid.
  10. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  11. Remove from the refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes while the oven preheats.
  12. Uncover and bake for 1 hour, or until the top is lightly browned and the center is set.
  13. Remove from the oven and top with the remaining grated cheese and chopped green onions.
  14. Let the strata stand for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1435.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 74.4g115%
Saturated Fat 24.5g123%
Cholesterol 679.0mg227%
Sodium 2793.5mg117%
Total Carbohydrate 97.9g33%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g28%
Sugars 20.7g
Protein 82.8g166%

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

Note

Storage: Cover leftovers tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350F until warmed through.

Variations: You can substitute the white bread with sourdough or brioche for a richer flavor. Feel free to mix cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Swiss, instead of using one type.

Substitutions: If you prefer not to use alcohol, replace the white wine with an equal amount of chicken or vegetable broth.

Tip: For a crispier top, broil the strata for the last 2-3 minutes of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.

Keywords: sausage, cheese, strata, breakfast, brunch, casserole, eggs, bread, overnight, baked, custard, savory, green onions, garlic powder, dijon mustard
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