MUSHROOM AND THREE-CHEESE STRATA

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When Wonder Bread hit the market in Indianapolis in 1921, it truly was a wonder: The loaves were larger than the ones Americans were accustomed to, and the revolutionary plastic packaging and addition of preservatives prolonged the bread's shelf life. In 1930, pre-sliced loaves became available, changing the world of sandwiches forever. Sliced Wonder Bread is also great in this strata; its spongy texture is perfect for soaking up the eggs and milk.

Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Egg     Mushroom     Vegetable     Breakfast     Bake     Vegetarian     Goat Cheese     Parmesan     Fall     Fontina     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps sliced
8 cups (packed) 1-inch pieces Wonder Bread or other white bread (about 12 slices)
2 1/4 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups half and half
5 large eggs
3/4 cup chopped fresh chives or green onion tops
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
9 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), crumbled (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups (packed) grated Parmesan cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 cup (packed) grated Fontina cheese (about 4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cool.
  • Combine bread and milk in large bowl. Let stand until milk is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk half and half and next 6 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Stir in goat cheese.
  • Place half of bread mixture in single layer in prepared glass baking dish (bread will not cover bottom of baking dish). Top with half each of mushrooms, Parmesan cheese, Fontina cheese, and half and half mixture. Repeat layering with remaining bread, mushrooms, Parmesan and Fontina cheeses, and half and half mixture. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Bake strata uncovered until firm in center, puffed and golden, about 1 hour.

Ishak Saidi
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This strata is a great way to sneak vegetables into my kids' diet. They love the cheesy flavor, and they don't even realize they're eating mushrooms!


Ignacio Hernandez
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the sausage from this recipe. It was still delicious!


Shopan Ahammed
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This recipe is perfect for a crowd. I made it for a holiday brunch, and it was a huge success.


annelien snyman
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I love that this strata can be made with different types of bread. I've used croissants, sourdough, and even bagels, and it's always delicious.


Charlton-Jon Bezuidenhout
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This is a great recipe for a make-ahead breakfast or brunch. It's also easy to freeze, so I can always have a delicious meal on hand.


ALEMZEWD ALEMU
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I've made this strata several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great dish for a brunch or potluck.


Sonali Talukder
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This strata was a great way to use up leftover bread and cheese. It was also a hit with my family. I'll definitely be making it again.


Md Ashraf
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I'm not a big fan of cooking, but I made this strata for my family, and they loved it! It was easy to make and tasted delicious.


Juman Ahmed
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This is the best strata recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make, and it always comes out perfectly. I love that I can customize it with different ingredients, too.


Fardus hassan
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I made this strata for my wife's birthday breakfast, and she loved it! It was rich and decadent, and the combination of mushrooms and cheeses was perfect.


funsco collections
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it for breakfast, brunch, and dinner, and it's always a hit.


sahria mahin
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I loved this strata! The mushrooms added a savory flavor without being overpowering. The cheese and bread were also perfect.


Knawaja Freed
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This is my new favorite breakfast casserole! It's so versatile - I can add different vegetables, cheeses, or meats depending on what I have on hand. It's also great for a crowd, and it always gets rave reviews.


Pramod Kumar
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I've never made strata before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out perfect - golden brown and cheesy on top, and fluffy and moist inside. My family loved it!


Eskendir salahadin
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This mushroom and three-cheese strata was a hit at my brunch party! It was cheesy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.