Brenda's Crock Pot Strata

Wake up to the comforting aroma of Brenda's Crock Pot Strata, a hearty breakfast casserole that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect for lazy weekends or holiday mornings, this slow-cooked dish layers cubes of day-old bread, melty cheddar cheese, savory breakfast sausage, and fresh green onions, all soaked in a rich, custardy mixture of eggs, milk, and Dijon mustard. The magic happens in the crock pot, where the ingredients blend together seamlessly over five hours, resulting in a perfectly fluffy and flavorful strata. With minimal prep time and maximum payoff, this make-ahead breakfast serves up to six and is ideal for feeding a crowd. Whether you’re hosting brunch or simply treating your family, this warm, cheesy casserole is sure to become a go-to comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:315 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 slices Day-old bread
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Cooked breakfast sausage (crumbled)
• 8 large Eggs
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Green onions, chopped
• 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread slices into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Layer half of the bread cubes evenly in the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 5

Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled breakfast sausage, and green onions over the bread layer.

Step 6

Repeat with a second layer of bread cubes, followed by the remaining cheese, sausage, and green onions.

Step 7

Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers, ensuring it saturates the bread.

Step 8

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on low for 5 hours or until the eggs are set and the strata is firm in the center.

Step 9

Once cooked, allow the strata to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This will make it easier to slice and serve.

Step 10

Cut the strata into portions and enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1611.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3120.8

Total Fat 205.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1938.6mg	0%
Sodium 7558.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 170.5g	0%

Vitamin D 590.7IU	0%
Calcium 2797.5mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 2324.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.8%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 18.2%