BASIL BREAKFAST STRATA

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Prepared basil pesto packs a punch-and adds a touch of color-in a make-ahead egg casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 9h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 eggs
3 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 cups 1-inch cubes French bread
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1/4 cup basil pesto
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk until foamy. Beat in milk until blended; beat in salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Place bread cubes in baking dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Pour egg mixture over top, pressing lightly to moisten bread. Using spoon, swirl pesto through mixture. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over top. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Remove plastic wrap; bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until strata is puffed and knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Dua Noor
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This is a must-try recipe!


Adrina
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I will definitely be making this again.


Hell Yaa
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This recipe is a keeper!


Nisarali Ali
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great!


Atta UR Rehman Shamsi
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This was a bit too bland for my taste.


Arnolda Macauley
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I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I expected.


Vhuhonehawe Muremela
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion breakfast or brunch. It's easy to make and it looks very impressive.


krystal mendez
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This was a great way to use up some leftover bread. It was also a nice change from the usual breakfast fare.


Thembi Nokuseni
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different types of bread, cheese, and vegetables. It's always delicious.


Shuvo Saha
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This is my new go-to breakfast casserole recipe. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hussen Adem
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful.


julie lowery
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This basil breakfast strata was a hit! It was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The flavors were delicious and it was a great way to use up some fresh basil.