Leek Breakfast Strata
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Leek Breakfast Strata
Description
Leek Breakfast Strata combines sautéed leeks and red bell peppers with chunks of rustic Italian bread, shredded Swiss and cheddar cheeses, and a spiced egg and milk custard. The bread soaks up the seasoned egg mixture, while the sautéed vegetables provide gentle sweetness and softness. Baking covered ensures the strata cooks thoroughly, while a final uncovered bake melts and browns the cheese topping.
The result is a layered, savory casserole with a creamy interior and a lightly golden top. The inclusion of marjoram and garlic powder adds subtle aromatic notes. This strata serves well as a warm, satisfying brunch or breakfast main dish, offering a balance of vegetables, dairy, and bread textures.
Because the recipe uses a full loaf of bread and serves twelve, it's suited for larger gatherings. Adjusting the seasoning to taste guarantees a well-rounded flavor. The note cautions that calorie counts are estimates and recommends consulting nutrition professionals for exact data.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 leek green leaves removed, white stems rinsed and chopped into half moons, small
- 1 red bell pepper )chopped)
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 8 large egg
- 2 cups milk whole
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon marjoram
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 Italian bread loaf, cut into large chunks
- 1 ½ cups swiss cheese shredded
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a pan over medium high heat add oil and melt butter. Once butter begins melting, add in leeks and red peppers. Cook until vegetables have softened. Remove from heat and set to the side.
- In a medium mixing bowl, mix eggs, milk, and seasonings together. Mix well.
- Grease a 9x13 pan and add in half of your bread cubes.
- Top with half of the vegetable mixture, and with half of the cheese mixture. Repeat with the remaining, bread, vegetables, and cheese.
- Seal the bread by pouring the egg mixture over everything evenly.
- Cover pan loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- After 40 minutes, remove the foil and bake an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the egg whites have set.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- The recipe yields 12 servings; one serving equals one slice.
- Calorie counts are estimates and may vary depending on ingredient brands.
- Consult a nutritionist for precise nutritional information if needed.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 483 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 483kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 176mg | 59% |
| Sodium | 573mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 1140IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 14.4mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 284mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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