Looking for an easy, tasty dish to serve at parties? This strata will be a big hit!
So, I am no foodie. I don’t even own a cookbook, but I DO love the strata! It’s one of those night-before prep dishes if you want it to be. You can pack so much goodness in this dish that you’ll get a surprise in every bite. Eggs are brain food, veggies are rich in vitamins and minerals, and whole grains are a source of fiber and fullness! It can be a breakfast, lunch, or dinner and reheats really well.
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 cup red peppers, chopped
- 1 cup green peppers, chopped
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 3 cups spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 4 whole eggs
- 1 cup skim milk
- 1 1/2 cups feta cheese (cheddar works well too!)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 8 slices whole wheat sourdough bread, 1″ squares
- cayenne pepper, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Pre-heat oven to 400 (unless you are doing this prep work in advance, of course)
- Sauté vegetables in canola oil and minced garlic. (Add the garlic last, so that it doesn’t burn)
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Add in cheese and basil. Season with cayenne pepper and black pepper.
- Spray a casserole dish with non-stick spray.
- Create layers (that’s why it’s called a STRATA!) with the bread on the bottom, then veggies, then custard, and repeat once.
- Cook for 45 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
Nutrition Facts: Each serving contains about 300 calories, packed with 20g protein, and 1 1/2 cups of veggies!
Stra-TA-TA!
