Best 5 Canadian Bacon Strata Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with Canadian Bacon Strata, a delectable breakfast casserole that harmonizes the flavors of Canadian bacon, fluffy bread, and a creamy egg custard. This savory dish is not only a delightful treat for your taste buds but also a versatile recipe that offers endless possibilities for customization. From a classic version that showcases the simplicity of its ingredients to variations that incorporate vegetables, herbs, and different types of bread, the Canadian Bacon Strata is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a brunch gathering or preparing a comforting family breakfast, this recipe will guide you through the steps of creating a perfect strata that is both visually appealing and packed with flavor.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CANADIAN-BACON STRATA

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This savory breakfast pudding looks a little like a pizza when it comes out of the oven. It can be prepared the night before through step 2 and baked the next morning.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Butter, softened (for pan)
4 English muffins, split, toasted, and cut in half
1/2 pound sliced (about 10 slices) Canadian bacon, halved
1 1/4 cups shredded (5 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
8 large eggs
3 cups milk
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish (oval or square); set aside. In dish, alternately arrange, cut side down, muffin halves and Canadian bacon. Sprinkle with cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a pinch of pepper, and hot sauce until combined. Pour over muffins and bacon; cover tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet; remove plastic wrap. Bake until puffed and set in the center (see note below), about 1 hour and 30 minutes. (Tent loosely with foil if strata starts to brown too quickly.) Let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

CANADIAN BACON STRATA

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Posting this for ZWT 2006 (Canadian Region) this is delicious. Is it an omelet? Is it a bread pudding? Who cares?! It is cheesy with a wonderful ham flavor and such a good comfort food not to mention easy.

Provided by JanetB-KY

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 English muffins, split, toasted and cut in half
1/2 lb sliced Canadian bacon, about 10 slices, halved
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
8 large eggs
3 cups milk or 3 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

Butter a 2 quart shallow baking dish; set aside. In dish, alternately arrange muffin halves and Canadian Bacon; sprinkle with cheeses; set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mustard, 1/2 teaspoons salt,
pepper to taste and hot sauce until combined; pour over muffins and bacon.
Cover tightly with plastic wrap; refrigerate 2 hours to overnight for an especially custardy consistency (makes it great for ahead of time preparation).
Preheat oven to 350ºF.
Place baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet; remove plastic wrap; bake until puffed and set in the center or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean; about 1 1/2 hours.
Tent loosely with foil if strata starts to brown too quickly; let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND CANADIAN BACON STRATA

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Make and share this Caramelized Onion and Canadian Bacon Strata recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi Bobeck

Categories Pork

Time 10h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 teaspoon butter
1 1/2 cups vertically sliced onions
1 1/3 cups finely chopped red bell peppers
3/4 cup chopped Canadian bacon
6 cups sourdough bread, cut into 1 inch cubes (about 12 ounces)
cooking spray
2 cups 1% low-fat milk
1 1/2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 large egg whites
2 large eggs
1 cup shredded swiss cheese (4 ounces)

Steps:

Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add onion, and sauté 4 minutes.
Reduce heat; cook 10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Add bell pepper; cook for 1 minute.
Remove from heat; stir in bacon.
Arrange 3 cups bread in an 11x7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with half of onion mixture.
Repeat layer with remaining bread and onion mixture.
Combine milk and next 5 ingredients (milk through eggs) in a medium bowl; stir well with a whisk.
Pour egg mixture over bread mixture, and top with the cheese.
Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Let the casserole stand 30 minutes at room temperature.
Uncover and bake at 375°F for 40 minutes or until golden brown.
Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

CANADIAN-BACON STRATA

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Categories Bread Sauce Bake Bacon

Yield serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Unsalted butter, room temperature, for baking dish
4 English muffins, split, toasted, and cut into half-moons
1/2 pound Canadian bacon (about 10 slices), cut into half-moons
1 1/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (5 ounces)
1 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (4 ounces)
8 large eggs
3 cups milk
4 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot-pepper sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

Butter a shallow 2-quart baking dish. Arrange muffin halves and Canadian bacon cut sides down (see below) in dish. Sprinkle evenly with both cheeses.
Whisk together eggs, milk, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a pinch of pepper, and the hot-pepper sauce until combined. Pour into dish; cover tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 2 hours (or up to overnight).
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until puffed and set in the center, about 1 1/2 hours. (Tent loosely with aluminum foil if strata browns too quickly.) Let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Layering Ingredients
The muffin halves and Canadian bacon are arranged upright in the baking dish for easier serving. When cutting, you'll be able to see the layers and make sure each portion contains a few pieces of bread and bacon.

CANADIAN BACON STRATA

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Stratas make a perfect breakfast/brunch item when you have houseguests because they can be assembled the night before and then popped in the oven the next morning. Serve with a mixed fresh fruit salad and mimosas if you like!Lowfat cheese and milk can be used if you like. Originally from the food section of the Houston Chronicle.Cook time does not include refrigeration time.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories Breakfast

Time 1h55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 English muffins, split, toasted, each half cut in half (four pieces per muffin)
1/2 lb sliced Canadian bacon, each slice halved (about 10 slices)
1 1/4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded
8 large eggs
3 cups milk
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
coarse salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

Spray a shallow 2-quart baking dish ( oval or square)with cooking spray; set aside.
In dish, alternately arrange, cut side down, muffin pieces and Canadian bacon.
Sprinkle with cheeses and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, mustard, 1/2 t. salt, a pinch of pepper, and hot sauce until well combined.
Pour over muffins and bacon.
Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least two hours.
*Refrigerating overnight will give you an especially custardy consistancy.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Place baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet;remove plastic wrap.
Bake until puffed and set in the center( a paring knife inserted in the center will come out clean) for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Tent loosely with foil if strata starts to brown too quickly.
Let stand 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Tips:

Use a sharp knife to cut the Canadian bacon and bread into even slices. This will help the strata cook evenly.
If you don't have a loaf of French bread, you can use 12 slices of sandwich bread instead. Just trim off the crusts before cutting the bread into cubes.
You can use any type of cheese you like in this recipe. Cheddar, Gruyère, and Swiss are all popular choices.
If you want a vegetarian version of this strata, you can omit the Canadian bacon and add some chopped vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, or spinach.
To make this strata ahead of time, assemble it the night before and store it in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, bake it according to the recipe instructions.

Conclusion:

This Canadian bacon strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It's perfect for a special occasion or a lazy weekend morning. With its layers of Canadian bacon, bread, cheese, and eggs, this strata is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.

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