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When you\u2019re prepping for a big brunch, it\u2019s a good idea to do as much as possible the day before. After all, no one wants to wake up at the crack of dawn to start cooking. That\u2019s why this strata recipe is a brunch hero: It allows you to put in all the hard work the day before. Our strata is both easy to make and<\/em> easy to adjust to your liking. With make-ahead brunch recipes<\/a> like this one, hosting a brunch is such a breeze!<\/p>\n Spread out the bread cubes evenly in a greased 13×9-inch baking dish.<\/p>\n In a large skillet, cook and crumble the pork sausage with the chopped green peppers and onions over medium-high heat until the sausage is no longer pink, five to seven minutes.<\/p>\n Using a slotted spoon, scoop up the sausage and vegetable mixture and spread it over the cubed bread.\u00a0Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, making sure to pay attention to the corners and sides, too.<\/p>\n In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, mustard and milk.<\/p>\n Pour the custard evenly over the top.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> To really make sure the eggs are completely whisked, try blending the eggs, mustard and milk together using an immersion blender.<\/p>\n Cover the breakfast strata with storage wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate it overnight.<\/p>\n Once the morning has arrived, preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F, and remove your strata from the refrigerator while the oven heats up. Bake the egg strata, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let the strata stand for five minutes before cutting into it.<\/p>\n To store any leftover strata, allow it to first cool to room temperature, then cover it with storage wrap or aluminum foil and stick it in the fridge. It can be kept for up to four days. Slices can be rewarmed in the microwave as desired.<\/p>\n Yes, you can freeze an unbaked strata. Assemble the strata, then cover it with a layer of storage wrap and a layer of aluminum foil and freeze it. Before baking it, partially thaw the frozen strata in the refrigerator overnight. Remove the strata from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0, and take the storage wrap and aluminum foil off. Bake the strata as directed, increasing the time as necessary to heat it through. A thermometer inserted in the center should read 165\u00b0.<\/p>\n No, you don\u2019t have to let strata sit overnight, but making it the day before does make entertaining a breeze! Plus, it enables the flavors of the dish to really meld and allows the bread to soak up the custard.<\/p>\n This strata recipe is a hearty, filling dish all on its own, but it can be served alongside simple breakfast sides. Serve it with sliced fruit, or make this refreshing brunch fruit salad<\/a> that has a lovely orange, lemon and pineapple juice dressing. As for beverages, make your favorite copycat coffee shop drinks<\/a>, or whip up these easy and fun strawberry mimosas<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Assemble, chill overnight, bake and serve. That,\u00c4\u00f4s all there is to this easy strata recipe. 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Everything else according to the recipe. Made it Sat. night and baked it Sun. morning. My husband ate a piece to taste it and had another piece because he loved it! He will eat it all week. Definitely going to make it again and try it with turkey bacon. Perfect for a hardy breakfast!\n.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MollylovesMommy"},"reviewBody":" I make this all the time! I use turkey sausage and asiago bread cubed. I too use hash browns on bottom. I switch off on types of cheeses. I add chopped cooked bacon also. I find I need to bake longer to set up than the recipe calls for. But it is my go to recipe! Love it!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-04-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rena 55","givenName":"rena","familyName":"55"},"reviewBody":"This is a good breakfast strata recipe. When I make it again, I will probably change out the meat to ham or bacon (my husband's favorites). Also, the veggies can be changed to suit your families taste. If it seems a little dry when put together, add another egg and 1\/4 cup milk.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"glitzey"},"reviewBody":"I have been making this for a long time and my family loves it. Cut down baking time by spooning it in muffins tins. Easier to use leftovers next day by warming in microwave for a quick breakfast.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JRRoche"},"reviewBody":"This is my go-to breakfast for houseguests staying for holidays. Feeds many, everyone loves it and it's super easy. Reheats well. I've used Mexican blend cheese, cheddar or pepper jack, prefer red pepper to green, and my favorite bread is a rosemary and olive oil crusty loaf sold at my grocery store. It turns out great each time. And, yes, two cups milk to six eggs; not sure what could have gone wrong for Anchatra52 as it's seems so foolproof to me. Also, I've often forgotten to make it until the morning I want to serve it and it still turns out great, just give it some time for the bread to soak up the egg mixture.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Esther"},"reviewBody":"I made this for the first time yesterday\/today. I made it exactly as it says. I loved the flavor but it had too much liquid. It came out too soggy for our liking.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hejt3"},"reviewBody":"very quick and very satisfying!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bullelkrun"},"reviewBody":"1 1\/2 cups of cubed ham can be used instead of sausage. I also used a Cheddar & Green Chile bread I found at the local grocery store. Prefer for company!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"eyeball4"},"reviewBody":"substitute the mustard for 1\/3 cup of maple syrup! YUM!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Linda"},"reviewBody":"Too much bread. I'll make a crustless quiche next time. I don't recommend this.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dschultz01"},"reviewBody":"I thought this was just okay. I made it almost exactly as written, except used half pound of sausage and half pound of cooked bacon. Used a sourdough Asiago cheese bread. The dish had a good taste to it, but I felt it was a little dry, like there needed to be more egg\/milk for the bread to soak up. Seemed like there was too much bread. I also think I should have mixed the sausage\/bacon into the bread cubes before putting on the cheese and pouring in the egg\/milk.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-05-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Anchantra52"},"reviewBody":"Disgusting mess. 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If it seems a little dry when put together, add another egg and 1\/4 cup milk.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"04\/22\/2018 22:46","GUID":"a889a31ec005442b9833ae40dc071f64","MemberId":1935799,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"rena 55","SubmittedDate":"04\/22\/2018 22:46"},{"Comment":" I thought this was just okay. I made it almost exactly as written, except used half pound of sausage and half pound of cooked bacon. Used a sourdough Asiago cheese bread. The dish had a good taste to it, but I felt it was a little dry, like there needed to be more egg\/milk for the bread to soak up. Seemed like there was too much bread. I also think I should have mixed the sausage\/bacon into the bread cubes before putting on the cheese and pouring in the egg\/milk.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"03\/28\/2016 10:46","GUID":"b3ac2c0f27d64a5084799590b88caf41","MemberId":1076910,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"dschultz01","SubmittedDate":"03\/28\/2016 10:46"},{"Comment":" This is my go-to breakfast for houseguests staying for holidays. Feeds many, everyone loves it and it's super easy. Reheats well. I've used Mexican blend cheese, cheddar or pepper jack, prefer red pepper to green, and my favorite bread is a rosemary and olive oil crusty loaf sold at my grocery store. It turns out great each time. And, yes, two cups milk to six eggs; not sure what could have gone wrong for Anchatra52 as it's seems so foolproof to me. Also, I've often forgotten to make it until the morning I want to serve it and it still turns out great, just give it some time for the bread to soak up the egg mixture.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"11\/21\/2015 12:02","GUID":"5396989d41d644b39285829d9a8ec381","MemberId":7066408,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JRRoche","SubmittedDate":"11\/21\/2015 11:58"},{"Comment":" Disgusting mess. It is a waste of good ingredients! 2 cups milk to 6 eggs, really?<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"05\/25\/2015 16:36","GUID":"925c0de3d4f44852b6d0492b30243de3","MemberId":7664757,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Anchantra52","SubmittedDate":"05\/25\/2015 16:36"},{"Comment":" 1 1\/2 cups of cubed ham can be used instead of sausage. I also used a Cheddar & Green Chile bread I found at the local grocery store. 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Easier to use leftovers next day by warming in microwave for a quick breakfast.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"03\/18\/2012 14:13","GUID":"5403FDCEB38F4A08870817B6DB186E9A","MemberId":884045,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"glitzey","SubmittedDate":"03\/18\/2012 14:13"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"03\/14\/2012 22:09","GUID":"61385df0c2604f2db49a48dbb4a4d426","MemberId":5356712,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"daxnheidi@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"03\/14\/2012 22:09"},{"Comment":" very quick and very satisfying!!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"03\/04\/2012 12:10","GUID":"d66f05717ea044808e15bf5f30a54ec1","MemberId":6553247,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hejt3","SubmittedDate":"03\/04\/2012 12:10"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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Step 1: Assemble the base<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Make the custard<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Chill the strata overnight<\/h3>\n
Step 4: Bake the strata<\/h3>\n
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Do you have to let a breakfast strata sit overnight?<\/h3>\n
What can you serve with strata?<\/h3>\n
How can you make a breakfast strata your own? <\/h3>Strata<\/a> is a brunch staple that allows you to put in the hard work the day before! Easily adjust this recipe to your family\u2019s likes and dislikes by swapping the pork sausage out for turkey or spicy chorizo. Substitute the cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack, then add more veggies to your heart's content.
Do you have to let a breakfast strata sit overnight? <\/h3>Although you don\u2019t have to let strata sit overnight, it does make entertaining a breeze and enables the flavors of the dish to really meld. Here are a few more overnight brunch ideas<\/a>!<\/div>
What can you serve with strata? <\/h3>Serve this strata with your favorite side of sausage or bacon, sliced fruit, and a copycat coffee-shop drink<\/a>.
\u2014Maggie Knoebel<\/a>, Taste Recipes Associate Recipe Editor\/Tester<\/i> <\/div>"}],"CommentCount":10,"RatingCount":11,"RecipeCommentDetails":[{"Comment":"I made this for the first time yesterday\/today. I made it exactly as it says. I loved the flavor but it had too much liquid. It came out too soggy for our liking.","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"12\/26\/2020 03:58","GUID":"9e63902cf8204878bd86a1a4810aff7e","MemberId":9898669,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Esther","SubmittedDate":"12\/26\/2020 03:58"},{"Comment":"Too much bread. I'll make a crustless quiche next time. I don't recommend this.","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"10\/23\/2020 22:12","GUID":"03525deea13b483b9593dbe7ae58a974","MemberId":9873747,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"Linda","SubmittedDate":"10\/23\/2020 22:12"},{"Comment":"