Ham, Spinach, And Cheese Strata Recipe

Name: Ham, Spinach, And Cheese Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 (9 ounce) box frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain; 2 medium red bell peppers, cut into strips; 1 cup leek, sliced; 3 cups cooked ham, diced; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (6 cups); 7 eggs; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups Italian cheese blend, shredded

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
1 (9 ounce) box frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
2 medium red bell peppers, cut into strips
1 cup leek, sliced
3 cups cooked ham, diced
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (6 cups)
7 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups Italian cheese blend, shredded

1
Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add spinach, bell peppers and leeks; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender. Remove from heat.
2
In baking dish, layer the ham, the spinach mixture, 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese and the bread. In large bowl, beat eggs, milk, mustard and pepper with wire whisk until blended and pour over bread. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar cheese and the Italian cheese blend. Cover with foil; refrigerate at least 4 hours but no longer than 24 hours (overnight is great).
3
Heat oven to 325u00b0F Bake loosely covered 40 minutes. Uncover; bake about 30 minutes longer or until top is golden brown and knife inserted in center comes out clean.

1100

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Protein

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 1 (9 ounce) box frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain, 2 medium red bell peppers, cut into strips, 1 cup leek, sliced, and more.

Yes, Ham, Spinach, And Cheese 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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Ham, Spinach, And Cheese Strata

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