Bacon Spinach Strata

Name: Bacon Spinach Strata
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms; 1 bunch green onions, sliced; 2 teaspoons canola oil; 1 loaf (1 pound) day old bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese; 1 package (1 pound) sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 9 large eggs; 3 cups whole milk; 1/2 teaspoon each onion powder, garlic powder and ground mustard; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Full of flavor, fast and filling, this make-ahead breakfast dish is pretty enough for any holiday brunch buffet. It disappears in minutes. And being able to prepare it the night before makes handling hectic mornings a snap! —Kris Kebisek, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms
1 bunch green onions, sliced
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 loaf (1 pound) day old bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 package (1 pound) sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
9 large eggs
3 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon each onion powder, garlic powder and ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in oil until tender. Place half of the bread cubes and 1/2 cup Swiss cheese in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with bacon, cheddar cheese, mushroom mixture, spinach and remaining Swiss cheese and bread cubes.
In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk and seasonings. Pour over casserole. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean (cover loosely with foil if top browns too quickly). Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 382 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 204mg cholesterol, 817mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.

Originally published as Bacon and Spinach Strata in Simple & Delicious November/December 2008

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Bonney

May 18, 2018

Great
Usinope

Dec 21, 2015

I omit the mushrooms and substitute swiss and Cheddar with feta and mozzarella (1 1/2 cup each). I try to use a nice crusty bread from the bakery, like sourdough, or baguette. It's a hit with the family every Christmas!
caglaser

Dec 27, 2012

Made this for Christmas so I could enjoy family time. It was great & my family enjoyed. A keeper for me!
jhsdancer05

Apr 6, 2012

This was my first time making any type of strata. I found the recipe to be very easy and also allowed for some adaptations. As it was for only my husband and I, I used an 8x8 baking dish and cut just about everything in half. I also didn't have a half of loaf of bread, so I used a little bit of leftover wheat bread and then some wheat hamburger buns, which turned out fine! I still used an entire package of spinach, which was a little much. I also didn't have Swiss cheese, so I used mozzarella and cheddar. I think I would make this again as it was very easy. You could also easily add sausage or ham instead of the bacon.
NevadaRose

Feb 21, 2012

I made this and took it into work - where it was very well received. To me, it had too much bread, and I would use less the next time I make it. Nice taste, though, and it is nice that it can be fixed the night before.
gorpanalyn

Dec 20, 2010

I have made this strata since 08 and evertime my brother in law comes to visit he puts in an order! It makes our visits more special!
paigepcanterbury

Oct 15, 2010

Was fantastic. We even sauteed some mushrooms and threw those in as well. Beautiful to see and delicious to eat!!!
Joscy

Mar 20, 2009

Both my husband and I love spinach. Have not tried this dish yet, but plan to soon. Thank you for sharing recipe.