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Bobby Flay Strata Recipe

Bobby Flay Strata Recipe

If you want a rich and savory breakfast, this Bobby Flay Strata Recipe is a perfect choice.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Rest Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Breakfast / Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups cubed day-old bread
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup cooked spinach
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup cooked bacon or sausage optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions
  

Prepare Baking Dish

  • Grease baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.

Cook Vegetables

  • Sauté onions and peppers until soft and fragrant.

Prepare Bread

  • Cut bread into cubes and place evenly in dish.

Add Fillings

  • Layer cooked vegetables, spinach and meat over bread.

Add Cheese

  • Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella evenly across the dish.

Make Egg Mixture

  • Whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper and garlic powder together.

Pour Mixture

  • Pour egg mixture evenly over bread layers.

Press Down

  • Gently press bread so it absorbs liquid fully.

Rest

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Preheat Oven

  • Preheat oven to 350°F before baking.

Bake

  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden and set.

Cool and Serve

  • Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use sourdough or French bread for best texture.
  • Add mushrooms for deeper flavor.
  • Swap bacon with ham or turkey.
  • Use pepper jack cheese for spice.
  • Add tomatoes for freshness.
  • Always rest overnight for stronger flavor.
  • Do not skip pressing bread into egg mixture.
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