Italian Strata Recipe

This Italian Strata is a Christmas morning tradition, a make-ahead casserole that's bursting with flavor! Prepare it the day before and wake up to a warm, cheesy, and savory breakfast that will impress your family and friends. This recipe combines savory sausage, earthy mushrooms, and perfectly baked bread for a truly unforgettable holiday experience.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 386.9 kcal
Protein 40g
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Ingredients for Italian Strata

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How to Make Italian Strata

  1. Cook 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed) in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Cut 1 loaf (16 oz) of crusty Italian bread into 1/2-inch cubes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, bread cubes, and 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms.
  5. Transfer the bread mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  6. In the same large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  7. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread mixture in the baking dish.
  8. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) in the morning.
  10. Bake uncovered for 1 hour.
  11. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  12. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  13. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

54g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Strata?

Italian Strata takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 105 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Strata?

Italian Strata has approximately 386.9 calories per serving, with about 40 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Strata?

The key ingredients for Italian Strata are Sausage, French Bread, Mushrooms, Eggs, Milk, Italian Seasoning. See the full list with measurements above.

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