Kentucky Hot Brown Strata Recipe

Name: Kentucky Hot Brown Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1 -1 1/4 lb) country bread (1 loaf) or (1 -1 1/4 lb) sourdough bread, crusts removed if thick (1 loaf); 6 ounces chopped smoked turkey or 6 ounces roast turkey; 6 ounces bacon, finely chopped and cooked crisp; 1 large tomatoes, chopped; 3/4 lb cheddar cheese, grated (medium or sharp); 5 large eggs; 2 cups milk or 2 cups half-and-half; 1/2 teaspoon dried sage (optional); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1
Oil or butter a deep 9- or 10-inch baking dish.
2
Slice the bread about 1/2-inch thick; arrange 3 equal alternating layers of the bread, turkey, bacon, tomato, and cheese in the baking dish.
3
Cut or tear the bread slices if needed to make snug layers.
4
In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk, sage, salt, and cayenne.
5
Pour the liquid mixture over the bread mixture.
6
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours to overnight.
7
Remove the strata from the refrigerator 20-30 minutes before you plan to bake it.
8
Preheat oven to 350u00b0; bake the strata for 50-55 minutes until puffed, golden brown, and lightly set in the center; serve hot.

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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

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: 1 (1 -1 1/4 lb) country bread (1 loaf) or (1 -1 1/4 lb) sourdough bread, crusts removed if thick (1 loaf), 6 ounces chopped smoked turkey or 6 ounces roast turkey, 6 ounces bacon, finely chopped and cooked crisp, 1 large tomatoes, chopped, and more.

Yes, Kentucky Hot Brown 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!

Kentucky Hot Brown Strata

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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