MUSHROOM, SWISS, & THYME BREAKFAST STRATA WITH OPTIONAL BACON

Mushroom, Swiss, & Thyme Breakfast Strata with Optional Bacon image

This fluffy vegetarian strata boasts earthy sauteed mushrooms, nutty Swiss cheese, and fresh thyme, along with a little bacon on top, just for the meat-eaters. You make it the night before, so all you have to do Christmas morning is pop it in the oven!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups sliced white button mushrooms (8 ounces)
6 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme plus additional sprigs for garnishing (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 slices plain white sandwich bread (crusts trimmed)
2 cups grated Swiss cheese (8 ounces)
1 slice of thick-cut bacon (cooked, drained, and chopped)

Steps:

In a medium saute pan, heat the olive oil and saute the onion and mushrooms until soft, about 5 - 6 minutes. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper until well-beaten.
Spray an 8-inch x 8-inch x at least 2-inch deep baking pan/casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray (or grease with butter).
Lay four bread slices on the bottom of the pan.
Sprinkle bread with 1/2 of the sauteed vegetables.
Add 1/2 of the cheese.
Pour half of the egg mixture over the top.
Add the remaining four slices of bread in a single layer, then the veggies, then the cheese. Pour the remaining egg mixture over the top.
Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight, or for at least three hours.
In the morning, uncover and bake at 325 degrees for about 50 minutes, until the strata is set (it will no longer jiggle in the middle).
Let cool for about 10 minutes, then serve.

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Lil Crow

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This strata is a great way to use up leftover bread. It's also a great make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish.

Nikel Zambia

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I've never made strata before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out perfectly and my family loved it!

Mercedus Logan

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This is a great recipe for a special occasion breakfast or brunch. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.

Manbir Rai

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I made this strata for my family and they all loved it! It was a great way to start our day.

Md Perves

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This recipe was easy to follow and the strata turned out great! I especially liked the addition of thyme.

danggar insan

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I found this strata to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.

Blessing Alex

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This strata was a bit too eggy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less eggs and more cheese.

misty madore

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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this strata. It's not something I would normally order at a restaurant, but I'm glad I tried it. The flavors were amazing and the bread was so fluffy.

rabby ah

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This recipe is a keeper! It's so versatile and can be easily adapted to your own taste. I love that it can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch.