Mom's Favorite Cheese Strata

Bring the comforting flavors of home to your table with Mom's Favorite Cheese Strata—a savory, make-ahead breakfast casserole that's perfect for brunch gatherings or lazy weekend mornings. Layered with cubes of day-old bread, sharp cheddar cheese, and sautéed onions, this dish is soaked in a luscious custard mixture of eggs, milk, cream, and a touch of Dijon mustard for added depth. Baked to golden perfection, each bite offers a satisfying balance of creamy, cheesy, and custardy goodness. The recipe is easy to prepare and can be refrigerated overnight, making it an ideal choice for stress-free entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm to delight family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices Day-old bread (white or whole grain)
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 6 large Eggs
• 2 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and spread half of the cubes evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bread layer.

Step 4

In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour half of the egg mixture evenly over the bread and cheese layer in the baking dish. Add the sautéed onions on top.

Step 7

Layer the remaining bread cubes on top and sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Pour the rest of the egg mixture evenly over the entire dish, ensuring that all the bread is soaked.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the egg mixture. For best results, refrigerate overnight if making in advance.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven, covered with foil, for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the strata cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1633.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3043.1

Total Fat 186.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1581.9mg	0%
Sodium 6191.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.3g
Protein 136.0g	0%

Vitamin D 508.7IU	0%
Calcium 2545.2mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 1904.7mg	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: 55.6%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 26.4%