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Spinach, Bacon and Cheese Strata

This Spinach, Bacon and Cheese Strata can be made the night before and baked in the morning for a stress free, hearty egg dish everyone will enjoy!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 378 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 lices Bacon
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, grated
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 8 ounces whole wheat crusty artisan bread, or sourdough bread
  • 6 eggs
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 1/4 cups milk, I used 2%
  • 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup grated gruyere cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated smoked mozzarella

Instructions

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  1. In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat cook the bacon until browned and crisp. Remove from the skillet onto a plate lined with paper towels.
  2. Remove all of the bacon grease except for 1 tablespoon from the skillet. Add in the diced onions and sauté for 3 minutes. Add in the baby spinach and grated garlic and sauté until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside. 
  3. In a large bowl whisk together the eggs, egg whites, Dijon, thyme, nutmeg, milk, Greek yogurt, salt and pepper until combined.
  4. Spray a 3-quart ceramic baking dish with cooking spray. Spread one-third of the bread cubes into the dish. Add one-third of spinach mixture, bacon and cheese. Repeat layering twice with remaining bread, spinach, bacon and cheese.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the strata and cover the baking dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  6. The next day, let it stand at room temperature for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 350°F. Bake the strata, uncovered, on the middle rack of oven until puffed, golden brown, and cooked through, 50 to 65 minutes. If the strata starts to get too brown on top, cover it loosely with a piece of foil. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Information

Calories 378kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 204mg (68%) Sodium 917mg (38%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 378

% Daily Value*

Calories 378kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 204mg 68%
Sodium 917mg 38%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.