Vegetarian Cheese Strata Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
580 kcal
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Course
Breakfast
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Cuisine
North American
Vegetarian Cheese Strata Recipe
Description
The strata begins with sautéed onions, garlic, and kale seasoned with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, adding both texture and savory, slightly spicy flavor. Cubed French bread forms the base and bulk, soaking up the egg custard made with eggs, milk, and Dijon mustard, which adds a tangy depth. Multiple cheeses create a melty, layered texture and a complex cheesy taste.
Building the strata in layers promotes even distribution of ingredients, ensuring each bite has bread, greens, and cheese. Once assembled and refrigerated or baked immediately, the casserole yields a custardy interior with a flavorful breadcrumb-cheese crust. It is suitable for brunch or a vegetarian main dish.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large red onion minced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups kale chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 8 cups French bread cubed
- 2 cups gruyere cheese finely grated
- 2 cups White Cheddar Cheese finely grated
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese finely grated
- 8 large egg
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more. Add the kale and let it cook until it has wilted. Add the salt, pepper, and chili flakes, stir to combine, then remove the pan from the heat.
- Butter the bottom of a 12"x9" baking dish. Add ⅓ of the bread cubes then top with ⅓ of the kale mixture and ⅓ of each of the cheeses. Repeat 3 times, reserving a small handful of cheeses.
- Whisk the eggs, milk, and dijon mustard in a medium-sized bowl. Slowly and carefully pour the mixture over the bread. The baking dish will be very full so you will need to go slow enough to give the eggs and milk time to soak into the bread. Top the strata with the remaining handful of cheese then cover tightly with aluminum foil. Either bake right away or refrigerate the strata for up to 1 day.
- If you have refrigerated the strata remove it from the fridge. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Bake the strata for 45-55 minutes, or until it is puffed, browned, and set in the center. Let it stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 580 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ⅛ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 580kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 263mg | 88% |
| Sodium | 1211mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 455mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 3656IU | 73% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 858mg | 86% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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