Strada with Canadian Bacon and Vegetables Recipe

Name: Strada with Canadian Bacon and Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) finely chopped onion; 1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped scallions; 1 lb (.5 kg). mushrooms, sliced thin; 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil; 2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips; 2 green peppers, cut into thin strips; 9 cups (2125 ml) crusty bread cut into 1 inch cubes (9 cups (2125 ml) = about 1 1/2 loaves of bread); 8 oz (224 grm). Canadian bacon (or ham) thick sliced and then diced into 1 inch cubes.; 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) coarsely grated extra-sharp chedder cheese (2-1/2 cups (600 ml) = about 10 oz (280 grm).); salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste; 1 cup (225 ml) freshly grated parmesean cheese; 12 eggs; 3-1/2 cups (825 ml) milk; 3 tbsp (45 ml) Dijon mustard; Tabasco sauce, to taste

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cups (350 ml) finely chopped onion
1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped scallions
1 lb (.5 kg). mushrooms, sliced thin
3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
2 green peppers, cut into thin strips
9 cups (2125 ml) crusty bread cut into 1 inch cubes (9 cups (2125 ml) = about 1 1/2 loaves of bread)
8 oz (224 grm). Canadian bacon (or ham) thick sliced and then diced into 1 inch cubes.
2-1/2 cups (600 ml) coarsely grated extra-sharp chedder cheese (2-1/2 cups (600 ml) = about 10 oz (280 grm).)
salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
1 cup (225 ml) freshly grated parmesean cheese
12 eggs
3-1/2 cups (825 ml) milk
3 tbsp (45 ml) Dijon mustard
Tabasco sauce, to taste

1
In a large skillet cook the onion, scallions, and mushrooms in oil over moderately low heat, stirring until onion has softened.
2
Add peppers and salt and pepper to taste, and cook the mixture over moderate heat for 10 to 15 minutes, or until all the liquid the mushrooms give off has evaporatd and peppers are tender.
3
Arrange half the bread cubes in a large, shallow, buttered 4-1/2 quarts (4250 ml) baking dish, spread half the vegetable mixture over them and thn half the Canadian bacon.
4
Sprinkle half the cheddar and half the parmesean cheese over the vegetables.
5
Repeat layers with bread cubes, vegetables, bacon, and both cheeses.
6
Whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon, Tabasco, and salt and pepper to taste.
7
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the strata and chill the casserole, covered, overnight.
8
Let the strata stand at room temperature for 15 minutes and bake in a preheated 350 degree (175 C.) oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until it is puffed and golden and cooked through.

1269

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) finely chopped onion, 1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped scallions, 1 lb (.5 kg). mushrooms, sliced thin, 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil, and more.

Yes, Strada with Canadian Bacon and Vegetables 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.

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Strada with Canadian Bacon and Vegetables

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Variations & substitutions

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