Sarasota's Shrimp Spinach Strata Recipe

Name: Sarasota's Shrimp Spinach Strata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 thick slices french French bread (not everyday sliced bread); 1 lb medium shrimp (shelled and tails removed); 1 (1 lb) bag frozen chopped spinach, Birds Eye; 1 (1 lb) bagfrozen pepper, and onion stir fry; ½ cup pesto sauce (store bought); 2 cups gouda cheese (shredded, you could also used edam or monterey jack cheese); 8 large eggs, lightly beaten (don't use extra large, jumbo); 2 cups milk; ½ teaspoon hot sauce (to taste); 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

12 thick slices french French bread (not everyday sliced bread)
1 lb medium shrimp (shelled and tails removed)
1 (1 lb) bag frozen chopped spinach, Birds Eye
1 (1 lb) bagfrozen pepper, and onion stir fry
½ cup pesto sauce (store bought)
2 cups gouda cheese (shredded, you could also used edam or monterey jack cheese)
8 large eggs, lightly beaten (don't use extra large, jumbo)
2 cups milk
½ teaspoon hot sauce (to taste)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt
pepper

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NOTE: Back when we first made this there were not bags of frozen vegetables but just boxes.
2
I usually use fresh, but the bags that are available today, listed below, is the equivalent of what we originally used.
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Casserole -- Spray a 13x9 casserole dish with Pam or a non stick spray.
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Line the bottom of the casserole dish with the bread slices.
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Tear up or cut any remaining slices in small bits and pieces to fill in any holes.
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Be sure to cover the entire bottom of the casserole pan.
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Layers -- Spread the pesto sauce (I used Classico, but there are many good brands available or better yet, make your own) over the bread slices and sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese.
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Top with the shrimp, then the spinach, and then the entire package of the pepper and onion stir fry mix.
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Finish off by topping with the remaining cheese.
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Egg Mixture -- I a medium size bowl, add the eggs and beat well, mix in the thyme, oregano, milk, hot sauce, salt and pepper and pour the mixture over the casserole.
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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate all day at least 8 hours or overnight which is even better.
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Bake -- Heat oven to 350, uncover and bake 45 minutes and when you stick a knife in the center the eggs are set and the knife will come out clean the dish is done.
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Remove from the oven and let set 15 minutes before cutting.
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Serve -- Just cut into squares and enjoy.
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A nice side salad is perfect with this dish.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 thick slices french French bread (not everyday sliced bread), 1 lb medium shrimp (shelled and tails removed), 1 (1 lb) bag frozen chopped spinach, Birds Eye, 1 (1 lb) bagfrozen pepper, and onion stir fry, and more.

Yes, Sarasota's Shrimp Spinach Strata falls under the Seafood 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!

Sarasota's Shrimp Spinach Strata

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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