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Mushroom-Spinach Strata

Posted by Chef at The Food Channel®

from The Kitchens of The Food ChannelFrom The Kitchens of The Food Channel
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  • Prep Time:30 minutes
  • Cook Time:1 hour
  • Serves:8
 
Tagged: eggs, spinach, mushrooms, brunch, breakfast, strata,

This hearty strata is a wonderful dish for a breakfast or brunch. It’s simple to make and loaded with flavor.

Why try? You can prepare it a day ahead and just pop in the oven about an hour before you’re ready to serve. Its pleasant aroma helps make the morning go smoothly.

This recipe is one of our Mother’s Day suggestions. For more recipes and ideas for making Mom’s day special click here.

 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 12 slices white bread, crusts removed
  • 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, trimmed, sliced
  • 2 cups yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 package frozen spinach, thawed, drained
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 3/4 to 1 pound Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 5 eggs, beaten
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg

Preparation

  • 1
    Soften 3 tablespoons butter, spread on bread, set aside.
  • 2
    Melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Saute mushrooms, onions and spinach 5 to 8 minutes or until tender. Remove from skillet, season with salt and pepper, set aside.
  • 3
    In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer 1/2 bread-mushroom mixture, and cheese. Repeat layers in the same order.
  • 4
    Mix eggs, milk, mustard, nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Pour over layers, refrigerate overnight.
  • 5
    Preheat oven 350°F.
  • 6
    Bake uncovered 1 hour or until bubbly. Sprinkle with parsley, serve immediately.

Additional Info

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