CHEESY KALE AND MUSHROOM STRATA

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Don't have a cast-iron skillet? Cook the kale mixture in a stainless-steel one, then bake the strata in a 13x9" baking dish.

Provided by Deb Perelman

Categories     Bon Appétit     Casserole/Gratin     Egg     Breakfast     Bread     Mushroom     Leek     Kale     Cheese     Milk/Cream     Dinner     Brunch     Small Plates     Kid-Friendly     Holiday 2018

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

13 oz. sourdough or country-style bread, cut into 1 1/2" pieces (about 7 cups)
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
8 oz. crimini mushrooms, sliced 1/4" thick
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, plus more
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, divided
3 leeks, white and pale green parts only, halved lengthwise, sliced crosswise 1/4" thick
1 bunch curly kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn into 2" pieces
8 large eggs
2 Tbsp. whole grain Dijon mustard
2 1/2 cups whole milk
5 1/2 oz. Gruyère or Comté cheese, coarsely grated, divided
2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toast bread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet until beginning to dry out but not yet browned, 8-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a 12" cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Arrange mushrooms in a single layer and cook, undisturbed, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add garlic, season generously with salt and pepper, and cook, tossing and reducing heat if needed, until mushrooms are golden brown all over, about 2 minutes. Push to one side and melt 1 Tbsp. butter in center of skillet. Add leeks and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often and mixing into mushrooms, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add kale by the handful, tossing to wilt slightly after each addition, and cook, tossing often, until all of the kale is mostly wilted, about 4 minutes. Transfer kale mixture to a medium bowl. Let skillet cool slightly, then wipe out and coat with remaining 1 Tbsp. butter.
  • Whisk eggs, mustard, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a large bowl until no streaks remain, then whisk in milk. Arrange half of bread in skillet. Cover with half of kale mixture, then top with half of Gruyère and half of Parmesan. Top with remaining bread and kale mixture; pour egg mixture over. Press down on strata with a spatula to help bread absorb egg mixture. Scatter remaining Gruyère and Parmesan over.
  • Bake strata until golden brown and no liquid seeps out when a knife is inserted into the center, 35-40 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
  • Do Ahead
  • Strata can be baked 3 days ahead. Let cool completely; cover and chill.

Jxste Kiwii
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and money.


Punam Sah
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The strata was a bit of a disappointment. It didn't have much flavor and the texture was mushy.


Bhim Tiruwa
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The strata was a little too rich for my taste. I think I would use less cheese next time.


precious preshelar
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The strata was too eggy for my taste. I think I would use less eggs next time.


Samie Muyengwa
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra salt and pepper and it was much better.


UzbekMUHAMMAD
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The strata was a little dry for my taste. I think I would add more milk or cream next time.


Mansaray Inc
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This is my new favorite breakfast casserole. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


manzu giri
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I made this strata for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Thuthula Zilwa
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This strata was easy to make and very versatile. I used a variety of vegetables and cheeses that I had on hand and it turned out great.


JACKLINE ZAWEDDE
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I'm not a big fan of kale, but I really enjoyed this strata. The kale was cooked perfectly and didn't have a strong flavor.


Elijah Ojo
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I added some diced ham to the strata and it was delicious! It's a great way to use up leftover ham.


Sarah Pullinger
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This is a great recipe for a make-ahead breakfast or brunch. I made it the night before and it was just as good the next morning.


Rizwan Malik
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The strata was cooked through evenly and the flavors were well-balanced. I especially liked the crispy cheese crust on top.


Amanuel Kassu
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This cheesy kale and mushroom strata was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and packed with flavor. The kale and mushrooms added a nice heartiness to the dish, while the cheese made it gooey and delicious. I will definitely be making this agai