Grilled Cheese, Bacon And Tomato Strata Recipe

Name: Grilled Cheese, Bacon And Tomato Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon; 1 cup sliced onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 8 cups cubed Italian bread; 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, divided; 3 tomatoes, seeded and diced; 6 eggs; 2 cups milk; 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cook the bacon until crisp, remove from pan and crumble.
2
Saute the onions and garlic in about 1 tablespoon of bacon grease until
3
tender, about 4 minutes. Combine the onions with the bacon.
4
Place 4 cups of bread in the bottom of a 9 by 13 pan, top with 2/3 cup cheese and 1/2 the onion mixture and 1/2 of the tomatoes.
5
Combine the eggs, milk, basil and seasonings and pour half over the tomatoes. Repeat the layers.
6
Cover and chill over night. Bake, uncovered at 325 degrees for 55 minutes.
7
Sprinkle with the remaining 2/3 cup of cheese and return to the oven until
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the cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

716

kcal

Calories

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 slices bacon, 1 cup sliced onion, 1 garlic clove, minced, 8 cups cubed Italian bread, and more.

Yes, Grilled Cheese, Bacon And Tomato 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Cheese, Bacon And Tomato Strata

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Variations & substitutions

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