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Overnight Italian Breakfast Strata

Overnight Italian Breakfast Strata: Easy, Cheesy Brunch Bliss

Overnight Italian Breakfast Strata is a flavorful, make-ahead dish that's perfect for stress-free brunches.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 10 slices Italian Bread day-old preferred
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 2 cups Milk whole, skim, or non-dairy
For the Flavor
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage or turkey sausage
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach chopped
  • 1 cup Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup Additional Vegetables e.g., zucchini or mushrooms

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Overnight Italian Breakfast Strata
  1. Cook the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles until browned (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Layer half of the cubed Italian bread in the dish. Add half of the cooked sausage, then layer with chopped tomatoes, spinach, and cheese. Repeat.
  4. Whisk together eggs, milk, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until frothy (2-3 minutes).
  5. Pour the custard mixture over the layers and press down gently to ensure absorption.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and offers customizable ingredients based on dietary preferences.

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