MUSHROOM AND CHEESE STRATA

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Take time to enjoy the beginning of a new day by assembling this casserole the night before and baking just before mealtime. Found in LHJ.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Breakfast

Time P1DT1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
4 cups assorted sliced fresh mushrooms (such as oyster, shiitake, button, white, and/or crimini)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 ounces)
1/4 cup shredded Fontina cheese (1 ounce)
2 tablespoons assorted snipped fresh herbs (such as basil, oregano, thyme, and/or parsley)
5 cups French bread or 5 cups Italian bread, cubes
2 ounces prosciutto or 2 ounces Canadian bacon, chopped
4 eggs, beaten or 1 cup fat-free liquid egg product, thawed frozen or refrigerated
1 3/4 cups milk
1/2 cup single cream or 1/2 cup light sour cream
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
fresh thyme sprig

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In a large skillet cook onion and garlic in hot margarine or butter over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms and cook about 3 minutes more or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat.
  • In a small mixing bowl combine the mozzarella, fontina, and herbs; toss to mix.
  • In a greased 2-quart square baking dish place half of the bread cubes.
  • Top with the mushroom mixture, cheese mixture, and prosciutto or Canadian-style bacon.
  • Top with the remaining bread cubes.
  • In a mixing bowl combine beaten eggs or egg product, milk, sour cream, mustard, and pepper.
  • Pour over layers in dish.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 24 hours.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 55 to 60 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Let stand 10 minutes.
  • To serve, cut into squares; garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.

Noyan Wasim
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Overall, this was a good recipe. It was easy to follow and the strata turned out well. I would definitely make it again.


Faizullah Mohmand
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This strata was a bit too eggy for my taste. I think I would use less eggs next time.


Muhammad Zahid
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I've made this strata several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish for brunch or dinner.


Miliena McLenon
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I made this strata for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Tizzi Nize
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This strata was a great way to use up leftover bread. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Hussain boss
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This strata was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think I would use less cheese next time.


good game I like
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This strata was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Corbin monster
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Overall, this was a good recipe. It was easy to follow and the strata turned out well. I would definitely make it again.


Wasay Batavia
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The strata was a little dry. I think I would add some more milk or cream next time.


Faizain Mughal
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This strata was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add some more herbs and spices next time.


parash Mahara
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5 stars! This strata was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it. The leftovers were just as good the next day.


Ajaz Kashmir
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Yum! This strata was so good! The bread was perfectly crispy on top and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of mushrooms and cheese.


tabish219 tabish
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Easy and impressive! This strata was surprisingly easy to make, but it looked and tasted like it came from a fancy restaurant. I'll definitely be making it again for special occasions.


Yazid Al Awlaki
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Delicious! I've made this strata twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of mushrooms, cheese, and bread is perfect.


Ronel Sass
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a brunch party and it was a hit. The flavors were perfect and the strata was cooked evenly throughout. I will definitely be making this again.


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