Strata With Beef, Cheese And Spinach Recipe

Name: Strata With Beef, Cheese And Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 11/2 pounds ground 85/15 fat beef; 1 medium onion, chopped small; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 cup chicken broth; 6-8 slices stale white French bread, lightly toasted (not a Baguette); 8 large eggs room temperature; 11/2 cups chicken broth for custard; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 11/2 cups shredded Asiago or Parmesan cheese; 1 medium bag of spinach

Servings: persons

11/2 pounds ground 85/15 fat beef
1 medium onion, chopped small
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup chicken broth
6-8 slices stale white French bread, lightly toasted (not a Baguette)
8 large eggs room temperature
11/2 cups chicken broth for custard
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
11/2 cups shredded Asiago or Parmesan cheese
1 medium bag of spinach

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["In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, stirring
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occasionally, and breaking up meat with a spoon, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add onion; cook stirring, until soft, 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and sugar, salt and pepper, cook for 2 -3 more minutes.", "Add balsamic vinegar and then pour the 1/4 cup of chicken broth into skillet with the beef mixture and cook until all of the liquid is absorbed. Mix in the spinach and herbs. Transfer to a large plate; let cool until barely warm.", "Butter an 8-inch-square baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk together
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eggs, 11/2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.", "Arrange half of the bread in a slightly overlapping layer in bottom of the dish. Scatter half the beef and spinach mixture and then half the cheese over the bread. Repeat with remaining bread, beef and spinach mixture, and cheese, pressing firmly. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to overnight.", "Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake, uncovered, until puffed and golden and a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes. If it is refrigerated overnight, it may need to cook a few minutes longer."]

3038

kcal

Calories

180

Fat

Carbs

349

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 11/2 pounds ground 85/15 fat beef, 1 medium onion, chopped small, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Strata With Beef, Cheese And Spinach 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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Strata With Beef, Cheese And Spinach

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Variations & substitutions

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