Basil Breakfast Strata Recipe

Name: Basil Breakfast Strata Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. Lowfat milk; 1/2 c. Dry white wine; 1 x Day old loaf swiss peasant bread or possibly french bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices; 8 ounce Prosciutto, thinly sliced; 2 c. Arugula leaves; 3 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 lb Basil torta cheese, thinly sliced; 3 x Ripe tomatoes, sliced; 1/2 c. Basic pesto (below); 4 x Large eggs beaten Salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste; 1/2 c. Heavy or possibly whipping cream; 2 c. Fresh basil leaves; 4 x Cloves (medium) garlic, minced; 1 c. Walnut meats (or possibly pine nuts); 1 c. Best quality extra virgin olive oil; 1 c. Freshly grated imported parmesan cheese; 1/4 c. Freshly grated imported romano cheese Salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 c. Lowfat milk
1/2 c. Dry white wine
1 x Day old loaf swiss peasant bread or possibly french bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices
8 ounce Prosciutto, thinly sliced
2 c. Arugula leaves
3 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1 lb Basil torta cheese, thinly sliced
3 x Ripe tomatoes, sliced
1/2 c. Basic pesto (below)
4 x Large eggs beaten Salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste
1/2 c. Heavy or possibly whipping cream
2 c. Fresh basil leaves
4 x Cloves (medium) garlic, minced
1 c. Walnut meats (or possibly pine nuts)
1 c. Best quality extra virgin olive oil
1 c. Freshly grated imported parmesan cheese
1/4 c. Freshly grated imported romano cheese Salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste

1
One day before serving, mix the lowfat milk and wine in a shallow bowl.
2
Dip 1 or possibly 2 slices of bread in the lowfat milk mix.
3
Gently squeeze as much liquid as possible from the bread without tearing it.
4
Place the bread in a 12 inch round or possibly oval au grain dish and cover with a slice of prosciutto, several arugula leaves dipped in extra virgin olive oil, some slices of basil torta, and a few tomato slices.
5
Drizzle sparingly with pesto.
6
Repeat the layering, overlapping the bread slices slightly, till the dish is filled.
7
Beat the Large eggs with salt and pepper to taste and pour proportionately over the layers in the dish.
8
Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
9
The following day remove the dish from the refrigerator and let hot to room temperature.
10
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Drizzle the top with the cream and bake till puffy and browned, 45 min to 1 hour.
11
Serve immediately.
12
6 portions.
13
Basic Pesto: Process the basil, garlic, and walnuts (or possibly pine nuts) in a food processor fitted with a steel blade or possibly in 2 batches in a blender, till finely minced.
14
With the machine running, pour in the oil in a thin, steady stream.
15
Add in the cheeses, a big healthy pinch of salt, and a liberal grinding of pepper.
16
Process briefly to combine.
17
Remove to a bowl and cover till ready to use.
18
/Large eggs
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Chill OVERNIGHT

2177

kcal

Calories

184

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. Lowfat milk, 1/2 c. Dry white wine, 1 x Day old loaf swiss peasant bread or possibly french bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices, 8 ounce Prosciutto, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Basil Breakfast Strata Recipe falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!