MUSHROOM, SWISS, & THYME BREAKFAST STRATA WITH OPTIONAL BACON

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Mushroom, Swiss, & Thyme Breakfast Strata with Optional Bacon image

This fluffy vegetarian strata boasts earthy sauteed mushrooms, nutty Swiss cheese, and fresh thyme, along with a little bacon on top, just for the meat-eaters. You make it the night before, so all you have to do Christmas morning is pop it in the oven!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups sliced white button mushrooms (8 ounces)
6 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme plus additional sprigs for garnishing (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 slices plain white sandwich bread (crusts trimmed)
2 cups grated Swiss cheese (8 ounces)
1 slice of thick-cut bacon (cooked, drained, and chopped)

Steps:

  • In a medium saute pan, heat the olive oil and saute the onion and mushrooms until soft, about 5 - 6 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper until well-beaten.
  • Spray an 8-inch x 8-inch x at least 2-inch deep baking pan/casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray (or grease with butter).
  • Lay four bread slices on the bottom of the pan.
  • Sprinkle bread with 1/2 of the sauteed vegetables.
  • Add 1/2 of the cheese.
  • Pour half of the egg mixture over the top.
  • Add the remaining four slices of bread in a single layer, then the veggies, then the cheese. Pour the remaining egg mixture over the top.
  • Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight, or for at least three hours.
  • In the morning, uncover and bake at 325 degrees for about 50 minutes, until the strata is set (it will no longer jiggle in the middle).
  • Let cool for about 10 minutes, then serve.

Shelie Johnson
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I can't wait to try this recipe for my next brunch party.


Rammaya Gurung
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's always a hit.


Mohamed Yare
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my strata didn't turn out as fluffy as I expected.


Aj Sabbir
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This strata was a little too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some more milk next time.


Gurami Molashvili
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I'm not a fan of mushrooms, but I still enjoyed this strata. The thyme and cheese really made the dish.


Muhmmad Arshad Hussein
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I added some crumbled bacon to the recipe and it was delicious. The bacon added a nice smoky flavor.


Islam Garej
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This strata is the perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. It's also great for potlucks.


Tshepo Mantsho
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The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


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


Kathryn Dulnuan
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This mushroom and thyme strata was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was light and fluffy.