GOAT CHEESE, ARTICHOKE, AND SMOKED HAM STRATA

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Categories     Egg     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Goat Cheese     Ham     Winter     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup olive oil
8 cups 1-inch cubes sourdough bread, crusts trimmed
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
5 large eggs
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), crumbled (about 3 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
12 ounces smoked ham, chopped
3 6 1/2-ounce jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained, halved lengthwise (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 cup (packed) grated Fontina cheese
1 1/2 cups (packed) grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Whisk milk and oil in large bowl. Stir in bread. Let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk cream and next 5 ingredients in another large bowl to blend. Add goat cheese. Mix herbs in small bowl to blend.
  • Place half of bread mixture in prepared dish. Top with half of ham, artichoke hearts, herbs, and cheeses. Pour half of cream mixture over. Repeat layering with remaining bread, ham, artichoke hearts, herbs, cheeses, and cream mixture. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
  • Bake uncovered until firm in center and brown around edges, about 1 hour.

codey dean
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This was my first time making a strata and it turned out perfectly. I followed the recipe exactly and it was so easy to make. I can't wait to try more strata recipes.


Despot Vujović
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I made this recipe without the ham and it was still delicious. I added some roasted vegetables instead, and it turned out great.


Raviteja Munganda
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The bread cubes are what really make this dish special. I like to use a combination of white and wheat bread, and I always toast them before adding them to the casserole.


Ashley Gilmore
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I've tried this recipe with different types of bread and they all work well. I've also experimented with different cheeses, and I think Gruyère is a great substitute for the goat cheese.


random Channel to 100 suds
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Fantastic! I served this strata at my last party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I'll definitely be making it again for my next gathering.


Lacey Clare
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This is my go-to dish when I'm short on time. It's so easy to throw together, and it always turns out great. I usually make it with whatever cheese and meat I have on hand.


Asif Mubarak
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I made a few modifications to make this dish a bit lighter. I used low-fat milk and goat cheese, and I also omitted the butter from the bread cubes. It turned out just as delicious, and I felt good about serving it to my family.


Godswill Dasilva
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I was a bit skeptical about the goat cheese and artichoke combo, but I was pleasantly surprised. The smokiness of the ham pairs really well with the creaminess of the goat cheese. I'll be making this again for sure.


Alejandro Figueras
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This is the perfect blend of flavors, not too heavy either. I also used a bit of crumbled bacon instead of ham and it turned out delicious.


Naveed Zafar
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Omg! I made this for my family and they loved it! It has such a creamy texture and the flavors blend so well together. Definitely a keeper recipe.