THE ULTIMATE BREAKFAST FOR DINNER: SAUSAGE AND SPINACH EGG STRATA

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The Ultimate Breakfast for Dinner: Sausage and Spinach Egg Strata image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 box or bag organic chopped frozen spinach
1 tablespoon EVOO
12 ounces bulk spicy breakfast sausage
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 pound stale white or French bread, cubed (7 to 8 cups)
12 eggs
2 cups milk or half-and-half
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 cups shredded caciocavallo cheese or Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Defrost the spinach in the microwave, and then wring out any excess liquid.
  • Heat the EVOO in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown and crumble the spicy breakfast sausage, and then remove the crumbles to a plate. Return the skillet to the heat. Reduce the heat a little and melt the butter. To the skillet, add the onions and garlic and cook to soften, 5 to 6 minutes. Then add the spinach and season with salt, pepper and a little nutmeg. Turn off the heat and combine with the sausage bits.
  • Arrange half of the bread in a casserole dish.
  • Whisk the eggs with the milk, Dijon and some salt and pepper.
  • Scatter half of the sausage-spinach mixture over the bread, top with half the cheese, pour over half the eggs, repeat. Cover and store in the fridge.
  • Bring the strata to room temperature for about 30 minutes before you bake. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F with the rack in the center of the oven.
  • Set the casserole on a baking sheet and bake uncovered 1 hour. Let stand 10 minutes and serve.

Richard Konneh
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I've made this egg strata several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve at brunches or holiday gatherings.


Rithu George
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This egg strata is a great make-ahead breakfast or brunch. It's also perfect for potlucks.


Sanjay Singh
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I love that this egg strata is made with whole wheat bread. It gives it a nice nutty flavor.


Rich
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This egg strata is a great way to use up leftover sausage.


Royal Precious
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this egg strata. The spinach flavor is very subtle.


Abdira Hassan
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This egg strata is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sumaiya akter Lamha
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I love that this egg strata can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Steve Browm
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This egg strata is delicious! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Nicklee Nickson
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I've made this egg strata several times now and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also a really healthy meal. I highly recommend it!


Charlie Waye
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This egg strata is the perfect breakfast for dinner! It's hearty and filling, and it's also really easy to make. I love that I can throw it all together in the morning and then just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to eat.


Aya Mahmoud
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I made this egg strata for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it. It was so easy to make and it turned out so beautifully.


Solange Lopez
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This egg strata was a hit! My family loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.