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Strata Recipe

This layered strata recipe preps in 10 minutes then chills overnight for a no-fuss brunch, holiday, or yummy family breakfast!!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Chill Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 55 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 639 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 lices white bread, cut into 1-inch squares
  • 2 cups monterrey jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups cooked cubed ham
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups milk, room temperature
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

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  1. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Layer half of the bread cubes on the bottom of the baking dish, followed by 1 cup Monterrey jack cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, and 1 cup ham. Repeat layers once more.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix eggs, milk, and melted butter in a bowl. Pour over layers.
  4. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight.
  5. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F.
  6. Bake the strata covered with aluminum foil for 20 minutes, then uncover and continue baking for an additional 25-30 minutes. This will help it cook more evenly without overbaking the top.

Notes

  • Perfect prep. Use room-temperature milk or the butter will harden into little flakes or droplets instead of mixing in smoothly.
  • Make ahead. This recipe is at its best when made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking, so making it ahead of time is encouraged.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container(s) in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 639kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 43g (66%) Saturated Fat 23g (115%) Cholesterol 249mg (83%) Sodium 1395mg (58%) Potassium 420mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1155IU (23%) Calcium 572mg (57%) Iron 2.8mg (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 639

% Daily Value*

Calories 639kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 43g 66%
Saturated Fat 23g 115%
Cholesterol 249mg 83%
Sodium 1395mg 58%
Potassium 420mg 9%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 1155IU 23%
Calcium 572mg 57%
Iron 2.8mg 16%

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