Best 3 Ocean Spray Cranberried Monte Cristo Strata Recipes
Ocean Spray Cranberried Monte Cristo strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It features layers of cranberry bread, ham, Swiss cheese, and eggs, topped with a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce. This casserole is perfect for a crowd and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy mornings or special occasions. Whether you're looking for a classic breakfast dish or something new and exciting, Ocean Spray Cranberried Monte Cristo strata is sure to please everyone at the table.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
MONTE CRISTO STRATA
This cheesy and indulgent strata is inspired by the flavors of a Monte Cristo sandwich: ham, tangy mustard and Gruyere cheese.
Provided by By Stephanie Wise
Categories Lunch
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Generously grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with shortening or cooking spray.
- Place layer of bread slices in bottom of baking dish. Brush with 2 tablespoons of the mustard. Top with half of the ham slices, then sprinkle with 1 cup of the shredded cheese and 1 tablespoon of the sage. Repeat layers, reserving last 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese.
- In large bowl, beat eggs with whisk, then add milk and ground pepper; beat to combine. Carefully and evenly pour egg mixture over layers in baking dish, making sure bread absorbs most of the liquid. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and 1 tablespoon fresh sage.
- Cover dish with sheet of greased foil. Let stand 30 minutes before baking.
- Bake about 35 minutes or until dish is baked through and bubbly. Remove foil, and bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese on top is lightly golden.
- Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 730, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 240 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 50 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1940 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CRANBERRIED MONTE CRISTO STRATA
From Ocean Spray, 2009 Ultimate Cranberry Recipe Contest Finalist Janice Elder. I haven't made this so I'm guessing the prep time. This needs to be refrigerated 4 hours or overnight. I want it in my cookbook so I'm posting it to share.
Provided by Ann Marie F
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spray 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Using serrated knife, cut baguette into 1/2-inch slices. Toast both sides until crisp and golden brown around edges.
- Mix 1/2 cup cranberry sauce and the mustard in small bowl. Spread over 1 side toasted baguette slices. Arrange half of slices, cranberry side up, in bottom of dish, overlapping if necessary. Sprinkle evenly with turkey, ham and cheese. Top with remaining toast, cranberry side down.
- Combine eggs, milk, salt, pepper and pepper sauce in large bowl; whisk until well blended and slightly frothy. Pour egg mixture carefully into baking dish, making sure bread is soaked with liquid. Cover; refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Uncover baking dish. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until puffed and top is slightly golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, blend remaining cranberry sauce and the vinegar in small bowl. Just before serving, sift powdered sugar over strata. Top each serving with dollop of cranberry mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.6, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 362.8, Sodium 1140.6, Carbohydrate 79.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 32.9, Protein 39.4
MONTE CRISTO STRATA
Going to a restaurant for Sunday brunch can be wonderful, but, maybe you prefer the comfort and economy of a home-cooked meal, especially when you are entertaining guests. A strata, including this one, is a great way to go, since you make it the night before, and when you are ready the next day, just pop it in the oven.
Provided by Alan in SW Florida
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h10m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Spray a 9x13x2-inch baking pan with the non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, hot sauce, and dry mustard until well blended.
- Arrange as much of the bread pieces as you can in a single layer in the prepared pan. Top, in layers, with the turkey, ham, and 1/2 of the cheese. Top with the remaining bread pieces, and pour on the egg mixture, tilting the pan to make sure all the bread is coated. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, when you are ready to cook, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. While the oven is preheating, take the strata out of the refrigerator, remove the plastic wrap, and let stand at room temperature until the oven is ready. Bake until puffed and golden, about 45 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing into squares.
Tips:
- To make the strata ahead of time, assemble it the night before and refrigerate it overnight. In the morning, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
- For a richer strata, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Add a cup of shredded cheese to the strata for an extra cheesy flavor.
- If you don't have Ocean Spray® Cranberried® Sauce, you can use another type of cranberry sauce or even fresh cranberries.
- Serve the strata with a side of syrup or fruit salad.
Conclusion:
Ocean Spray® Cranberried® Monte Cristo Strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a lazy weekend morning. With its sweet and tangy cranberry flavor, this strata is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new breakfast recipe, give Ocean Spray® Cranberried® Monte Cristo Strata a try!
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