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Veggie Breakfast Strata

Veggie breakfast strata with eggs, bread, peppers, and spinach in a ceramic dish.
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This savory bread pudding is the ultimate make-ahead brunch for crowds. It transforms day-old bread, eggs, and simple vegetables into a golden, comforting feast with minimal effort. Perfect for holidays, cozy dinners, or even packed lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups day-old sourdough or French bread, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, any color, diced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (such as sharp cheddar and Gruyère)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

  1. Prep the bread and vegetables. Cube the bread. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release moisture and brown slightly. Stir in garlic and spinach until spinach wilts. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread half the bread cubes in an even layer. Top with half the vegetable mixture and half the shredded cheese. Repeat layers with remaining bread, veggies, and cheese. Sprinkle Parmesan on top.
  4. Make the custard. In a large bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Whisk in milk, cream, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
  5. Slowly pour the custard evenly over the layered bread and veggies. Gently press down on the top with a spatula to ensure all bread is saturated.
  6. Cover the dish and let rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight. If refrigerated, let sit at room temp for 30 minutes before baking.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 50 to 60 minutes, until top is golden, edges are bubbling, and a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  8. Let the strata stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.

Notes

Use stale bread for best texture. The strata can be assembled the night before for easy morning baking. Let it rest after baking for clean slices. Customize with your favorite veggies or add cooked sausage for meat.

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