Best 8 Veggie Sausage Strata Recipes

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Craving a hearty and savory dish that is packed with flavor and nutrition? Look no further than veggie sausage strata! This delectable casserole is a vegetarian's delight, combining the deliciousness of veggie sausage, fluffy eggs, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese. Served up for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this versatile dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipe for cooking veggie sausage strata, promising an explosion of flavors and textures in every bite.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

VEGGIE SAUSAGE STRATA



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As a retired home economics teacher, I've made quite a few recipes through the years. This hearty casserole is a favorite in my family. -Dorothy Erickson, Blue Eye, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
2 medium green peppers, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
8 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons white pepper
2 teaspoons ground mustard
12 slices bread, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the sausage, green peppers and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt, pepper and mustard. Stir in the sausage mixture, bread, spinach, cheeses and zucchini. , Transfer mixture to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 40-45 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Fat 34g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 204mg cholesterol, Sodium 1236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHEDDAR, VEGETABLE AND SAUSAGE STRATA



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Categories     Vegetable     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Quick & Easy     Sausage     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 generous servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

9 1-inch-thick slices French bread (each about 3x5 inches)
5 large eggs
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups half and half
2 cups (packed) grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
1/2 green bell pepper, cut into 2 x 1/4-inch strips
15 cherry tomatoes, halved
6 ounces smoked sausage (such as kielbasa), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons minced onion
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Fit 8 bread slices in prepared dish. Cut remaining bread slice into 1-inch cubes; fit cubes into any empty spaces. Whisk eggs, mustard, basil and salt in medium bowl to blend; whisk in half and half. Ladle custard over bread. Cover; chill at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Sprinkle mixture in dish with black pepper. Top with half of cheese, then bell pepper, tomatoes, sausage, onion and remaining cheese. Cover loosely with foil. Bake 20 minutes. Remove foil. Bake until strata is set and springy to touch, about 20 minutes longer. Cool 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley.

VEGETABLE STRATA



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We always serve food at our Bunco games, and since one of us is a vegetarian we like to make fun meatless dishes we can all enjoy. This strata can easily be doubled and tastes fantastic hot or at room temperature. -Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
2 shallots, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons each minced fresh sage, basil and parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 loaf (1 pound) Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
5 large eggs
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus; cook and stir until crisp-tender. Transfer to a large bowl., Repeat with an additional 1 teaspoon oil and zucchini; add to asparagus. In same pan, cook and stir corn, shallots and garlic in remaining oil until shallots are tender; stir in herbs, salt and pepper. Add to asparagus mixture; stir in bread cubes., Place half of mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with 1-1/2 cups cheese. Repeat layers. In another bowl, whisk eggs and milk; pour over casserole. Sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., Bake, uncovered, 40-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: After assembling, cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake strata, covered, 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677 calories, Fat 36g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 244mg cholesterol, Sodium 940mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

HOLIDAY BREAKFAST STRATA WITH SAUSAGE (OR NOT)



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This easy overnight breakfast strata is perfect for holiday mornings. When time is tight and a special breakfast is in order, this fits the bill on both counts. Add sausage for the meat-eaters and for the vegetarians, you can leave it out or substitute veggie sausage. It's delicious either way.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3/4 cup white button mushrooms
6 eggs
2 cups half and half
1/2 teaspoon salt
Fresh ground pepper
8 slices white bread (crusts removed)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (I use medium)
1/2 pound sausage

Steps:

  • In a medium saute pan, heat the olive oil and saute the onion, green pepper, and mushrooms until soft, about 7-8 minutes. Set aside.
  • If using sausage, brown it in a medium saute pan and drain.
  • If using veggie sausage, heat it in the microwave for a minute or so and crumble.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, half and half, salt, and pepper.
  • Spray two approximately 4" x 8'' baking pans/casserole dishes with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Layer two slices of the bread in the bottom of each pan.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 of the veggies over the bread in each pan.
  • Spread half the crumbled sausage over the sausage version.
  • Sprinkle on 1/4 of the cheese over each.
  • Pour about 1/2 cup of the egg mixture over the top.
  • Add a layer of the remaining bread, two more slices each, then veggies, then sausage over the sausage side, then cheese.
  • Pour the rest of the egg mixture evenly over the top of each.
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight, or for at least three hours.
  • In the morning, uncover and bake at 325 degrees for about 40 - 50 minutes, until set.

EASY SAUSAGE STRATA



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This strata is really easy to make. Put it together the day before, then just remove from the refrigerator and bake. Ham or bacon can be substituted for the sausage. Sometimes I add cooked chopped broccoli for a change of pace.

Provided by LISAJANI

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 10h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound pork sausage
6 (1 ounce) slices bread, cubed
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
6 eggs
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground dry mustard

Steps:

  • Place sausage in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and set aside.
  • Layer bread cubes, sausage, and Cheddar cheese in a lightly greased 7x11 inch baking dish. In a bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, salt, and mustard. Pour the egg mixture over the bread cube mixture. Cover, and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Remove the casserole from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 206.5 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 1195 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SPICY SAUSAGE-VEGETABLE STRATA



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Some like it hot! This colorful medley of baked vegetables, eggs and cheese uses spicy sausage to really turn up the heat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bulk hot or spicy pork sausage
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 loaf (about 10 inches) French bread, cut into 3/4-inch slices
1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, from 7-ounce jar, cut into 1/4-inch strips
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced (2 cups)
6 eggs
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
2 cups milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook sausage and onion in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain well.
  • Arrange bread slices in ungreased rectangular baking dish, 11x7x1 1/2 inches, cutting to fit if necessary. Spread sausage mixture over bread. Top with bell peppers and zucchini.
  • Beat eggs and ricotta cheese in medium bowl, using fork, until blended. Stir in milk. Pour over mixture in baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • About 1 hour before serving, heat oven to 350°F. Uncover and bake 45 to 55 minutes or until top is puffed and center is set. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 200 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 790 mg

SPICY SAUSAGE AND VEGETABLE STRATA



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This makes a nice Saturday breakfast or brunch dish. And for those who like breakfast dishes for dinner this is great. I like to serve it for breakfast on Holiday mornings, because it has to refrigerate overnight before you bake it. Note: time does not include refrigeration.

Provided by Chef Buggsy Mate

Categories     Breakfast

Time 2h

Yield 1 strata, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs bulk hot Italian sausages
1 medium red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
8 eggs
2 cups milk
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon ground pepper
2 teaspoons ground mustard
12 slices bread, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded swiss cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium zucchini, sliced thin
1 cup sliced mushrooms

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage, onion and bell pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.
  • Carefully drain off extra grease.
  • In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and mustard.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Transfer to a greased 9x13 inch pan.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking; keeping the foil on.
  • Bake at 350 degrees 40 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake 40 to 45 minutes longer or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 679.1, Fat 48.9, SaturatedFat 21.4, Cholesterol 267.9, Sodium 1565.8, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.6, Protein 35.1

SAUSAGE STRATA



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A Christmas morning favorite, or anytime you're serving breakfast to overnight guests. Making this dish the day before and refrigerating overnight is recommended to develop flavor.

Provided by calamari

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 10h25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs pork sausage
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell peppers (optional) or 1/4 cup red bell pepper (optional)
2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
12 slices white bread, crust removed
1 lb shredded cheddar cheese or 1 lb swiss cheese
6 large eggs
4 cups milk
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Steps:

  • The day before:.
  • Grease a 9"x13" baking pan.
  • In a large skillet, saute sausage and peppers. Break up the sausage, stirring and frying until it is well-browned. Drain off the fat. Stir mustard into the sausage.
  • Arrange 6 slices of bread on bottom of baking pan. Top with 1/2 of the sausage and 1/2 of the cheese. Repeat with remaining bread, sausage, and cheese to make a second layer.
  • Beat eggs in large bowl. Beat in milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Pour beaten mixture over layers in the baking pan.
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
  • On serving day:.
  • Remove baking pan from refrigerator one hour before cooking to reach room temperature.
  • Bake uncovered at 350F for 40-50 minutes or until center seems set. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your strata a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, and spinach.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
  • Use a good quality cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your strata. Look for a cheese that is sharp and flavorful, such as cheddar or Gruyère.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a veggie sausage strata. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or variations.

Conclusion:

Veggie sausage strata is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its hearty flavor and satisfying texture, veggie sausage strata is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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