Cheese Strata Recipe

Name: Cheese Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 10 slices white bread, crust removed; 1/3 c. butter, softened; 3 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese; 4 eggs, slightly beaten; 3 c. milk; 1 lb. browned and drained sausage, finely crumbled or finely chopped ham or turkey ham; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 Tbsp. dry mustard; pinch of cayenne pepper or 1/4 Tbsp. pepper flakes; finely chopped parsley; paprika

Servings: persons

10 slices white bread, crust removed
1/3 c. butter, softened
3 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese
4 eggs, slightly beaten
3 c. milk
1 lb. browned and drained sausage, finely crumbled or finely chopped ham or turkey ham
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. dry mustard
pinch of cayenne pepper or 1/4 Tbsp. pepper flakes
finely chopped parsley
paprika

1
Spread trimmed bread with softened butter.
2
Cut each slice into 4 strips.
3
Butter a 2-quart casserole and make alternate layers of bread strips, sausage or chopped ham and grated cheese, ending with the cheese.
4
Beat eggs.
5
Add seasonings and milk. Pour over top cheese layer and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, covered.
6
Take out of refrigerator for an hour or so before baking so that it comes to room temperature.
7
Bake at 350u00b0 for 40 to 50 minutes or until puffed and brown.
8
Sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley before serving.
9
Yields 6 to 8 servings.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 slices white bread, crust removed, 1/3 c. butter, softened, 3 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese, 4 eggs, slightly beaten, and more.

Yes, Cheese Strata falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Cheese Strata

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