Farm Breakfast Strata

Wake up to the comforting aroma of a hearty Farm Breakfast Strata, the ultimate make-ahead breakfast casserole perfect for feeding a crowd. Packed with rustic cubes of day-old bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, whole milk, and cream, this dish is layered with crispy crumbled bacon, vibrant bell peppers, tender baby spinach, and melted sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses for a flavor-packed bite. Garnished with fresh green onions and baked to golden perfection, this savory breakfast bake is easy to prepare and ideal for weekend brunches, holiday mornings, or meal prep. Its 1-hour bake time allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a warm, cheesy, and satisfying dish sure to be the centerpiece of any breakfast table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 10 cups day-old rustic bread
• 8 large eggs
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup bell peppers, diced
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves
• 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

Step 2

Cut the day-old rustic bread into 1-inch cubes and distribute evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese over the bread cubes in the baking dish.

Step 5

Distribute the crumbled bacon, diced bell peppers, baby spinach, and green onions evenly over the bread layer.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring all the bread is soaked.

Step 7

Press the mixture gently with a spatula to help the bread absorb the liquid and settle the layers.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and let the strata sit for 20 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the liquid.

Step 10

Place the covered baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the strata is set in the center.

Step 12

Let the strata cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your Farm Breakfast Strata!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4218.1 grams (4218.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9703

Total Fat 328.00g	421%
Saturated Fat 163.50g	818%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 2272mg	757%
Sodium 20173mg	877%
Total Carbohydrate 1250.30g	455%
Dietary Fiber 53.80g	192%
Total Sugars 56.90g
Protein 394.50g	789%

Vitamin D 593IU	2965%
Calcium 3889mg	299%
Iron 60mg	332%
Potassium 5784mg	123%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.0%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 52.5%