Overnight Egg & Cheese Strata Recipe

Name: Overnight Egg & Cheese Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Butter, for greasing the baking dish; 4 thick slices hearty whole-wheat/wholemeal or multigrain artisan bread {about 4 1/2 oz/130 g}; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1 cup/240 ml whole milk; 8 oz/225 g grated Fontina cheese {about 1 cup}; Sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 6 to 8 asparagus stalks; 4 thin slices mortadella or prosciutto {optional}; 1 tbsp finely snipped chives

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F/180u00b0C/gas 4. Butter a small 4-cup/960-ml ovenproof baking dish.
2
Remove the crusts from the bread and cut into slices; you should have about 3 cups. Lay the slices across the baking dish, slightly overlapping and allowing some edges to hang over the sides.
3
Whisk together the eggs and milk in a large bowl. Stir in half of the cheese and season with salt and pepper. Pour three-fourths of the egg mixture over the bread cubes.
4
Peel the bottom half of the asparagus and break off the stem ends where it snaps naturally. Discard any woody stems.
5
Layer the mortadella over the bread and top with asparagus spears. Pour the remaining egg mixture over the top and finish with the remaining cheese. At this point, you can bake the strata immediately, or cover with plastic wrap/cling film and refrigerate overnight for a surprise breakfast in bed.
6
Bake the strata until just set, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool slightly, sprinkle the top with chopped chives, and serve in the baking dish.

921

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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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Butter, for greasing the baking dish, 4 thick slices hearty whole-wheat/wholemeal or multigrain artisan bread {about 4 1/2 oz/130 g}, 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, 1 cup/240 ml whole milk, and more.

Yes, Overnight Egg & 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Overnight Egg & Cheese Strata

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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