Cheddar, Ham And Spinach Strata Recipe

Name: Cheddar, Ham And Spinach Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing pan; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 10-oz. package frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed dry and chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 6 ounces ham, chopped; 12 ounces grated low-fat Cheddar (3 cups); 1 large Italian or French bread (about 1 lb.), cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 10 large eggs; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 3 cups half-and-half

Servings: persons

1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in spinach and 1/2 tsp. salt and heat through. Stir in ham; let cool.
2
Set aside 1 cup cheese, cover and refrigerate. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Cover bottom with a layer of bread. Cover bread with half of spinach mixture, then half of remaining cheese. Repeat with remaining bread, spinach and cheese.
3
Whisk together eggs, mustard, remaining salt and half-and-half in a bowl. Pour over strata. Press down with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
4
Uncover strata and bring to room temperature. Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Sprinkle with reserved cheese and bake until set in center, 50 to 60 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes, cut into squares and serve.

862

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing pan, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1 10-oz. package frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed dry and chopped, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Cheddar, Ham And Spinach Strata falls under the Vegetarian 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.

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Cheddar, Ham And Spinach Strata

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Variations & substitutions

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