Mom's Favorite Cheese Strata Recipe

This irresistible Cheese Strata recipe, adapted from the Alexandria, VA 'A Heritage of Good Tastes' cookbook (contributed by Marjorie Cook), is a crowd-pleaser perfect for brunch or a comforting side dish. Imagine fluffy bread soaked in a creamy egg custard, layered with cheese and onion – a delightful complement to beef, pork, or your favorite main course. The overnight chill enhances the flavors, making this recipe worth the wait!

Prep Time 720 mins
Cook Time 1490 mins
Calories 537.5 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 3.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mom's Favorite Cheese Strata

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How to Make Mom's Favorite Cheese Strata

  1. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  3. Cut 9 slices of bread (about 1-inch thick) into 3 strips each.
  4. Arrange a third of the bread strips in the prepared casserole dish.
  5. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/3 of the chopped onion.
  6. Top with 1/3 of the shredded cheese (about 1 1/2 cups).
  7. Repeat layers two more times, ending with a layer of cheese.
  8. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
  9. Gently pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread layers.
  10. Cover the casserole dish and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours).
  11. Remove from refrigerator 2 hours before baking to allow it to come to room temperature.
  12. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50 minutes, or until golden brown and set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

100g

Carbs

9g

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