Cheese Strata Recipe

Name: Cheese Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more, softened, for the baking dish; 8 slices white bread; 1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese; 1 1/2 cups grated Swiss cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 4 large eggs; 2 cups milk; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more, softened, for the baking dish
8 slices white bread
1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups grated Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
4 large eggs
2 cups milk
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1
Butter an 8-inch-square baking dish; line the bottom with 4 slices bread.
2
Sprinkle with half of each cheese.
3
Top with chives.
4
Layer with the remaining bread and cheese.
5
Whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
6
Pour the mixture into the baking dish.
7
Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 6 hours (or overnight).
8
Preheat the oven to 325F.
9
Bake the strata until puffed and golden, about 40 minutes.
10
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

609

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more, softened, for the baking dish, 8 slices white bread, 1 1/2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese, 1 1/2 cups grated Swiss cheese, and more.

Yes, Cheese Strata falls under the General 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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