Spinach and Cheese Strata
Make a rich Spinach and Cheese Strata with this simple recipe. The layers of cheese and spinach make this delicious dish perfect for a weekend brunch or dinner party. To begin, thaw the spinach in the microwave, then add it to a large bowl. Next, stir in the chopped bacon. Cook the strata for about 45 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove the strata from the oven, and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 1722kcal
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 10- oz spinach package frozen, thawed
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg freshly
- 8 cups French bread in 1 inch cubes
- 2 cups Gruyère cheese coarsely grated
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
- 2 3/4 cups milk
- 9 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Press thawed spinach into a fine mesh sieve, to remove excess liquid, then finely chop the spinach leaves.
- In a large pan, saute the onion in butter over medium heat, until soft and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and nutmeg and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add spinach, then remove from heat.
- Spread one third of bread cubes in a buttered 3-quart shallow ceramic dish and top evenly with one third of spinach mixture. Sprinkle with one third of each cheese. Repeat layering twice (ending with cheeses).
- In a large bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, mustard, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and pour evenly over strata.
- Cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 8 hours (for bread to absorb custard).
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Let strata stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
- Bake strata, uncovered, until puffed and golden brown, about 45 to 55 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Once the strata is done, slice and serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servings | Calories: 1722kcal | Carbohydrates: 282g | Protein: 76g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 408mg | Sodium: 3371mg | Potassium: 1456mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 8387IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 545mg | Iron: 21mg
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