CHEDDAR, BACON, AND TOMATO STRATA

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CHEDDAR, BACON, AND TOMATO STRATA image

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 bacon slices
1 cup vertically sliced onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups cubed Italian bread (14 ounces)
Cooking spray
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, divided
3 large tomatoes, each seeded and cut into 4 (1/2-inch-thick) slices
2 cups fat-free milk
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 large eggs
3 large egg whites

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from pan, and crumble. Add onion to drippings in pan; sauté 4 minutes. Add garlic, and sauté 1 minute. Remove from heat; combine onion mixture and bacon. Arrange 4 cups bread cubes in bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with 2/3 cup cheese, half of onion mixture, and 6 tomato slices. Combine milk and remaining ingredients; stir well with a whisk. Pour half of milk mixture over tomatoes. Top with 4 cups bread cubes, 2/3 cup cheese, remaining onion mixture, 6 tomato slices, and half of milk mixture. Cover; chill at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours. Preheat oven to 325°. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 55 minutes. Sprinkle with 2/3 cup cheese; bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese melts. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Yosan Kidane
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This strata looks so good! I'm going to make it for my next brunch party.


Brynlee Hart
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I can't wait to try this strata recipe.


Elijah Burgess
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This strata is a definite keeper. I'll be making it again and again.


Tejiri Adeweje
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I've never made strata before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Faustina Anayochi
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This strata is a great way to start your day.


Brendan Loughlin
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This strata is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Khaliil Grimes
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I love the cheesy, bacon-y goodness of this strata.


Mintu Miya
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This strata is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Martha Calderon
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I made this strata for a potluck and it was a big hit!


Lav Carrera
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This strata is so versatile. You can add any kind of cheese, meat, or vegetables that you like.


Jahid Piyash
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I love that this strata can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy mornings.


May Osas
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This strata is a great way to use up leftover bread and cheese.


T.J.H THE HEDGEHOG
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I've made this strata several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Onyinyechi Perpetual
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This is my new favorite breakfast casserole. It's so easy to throw together and it always turns out perfectly.


Kundan Tazz
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Reagan Jonkers
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This strata was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. The cheddar, bacon, and tomato flavors were perfectly balanced.