Description
Overnight Ham & Swiss Cheese Strata is a deliciously easy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering breakfast or brunch experience. This hearty strata features layers of crusty bread, savory ham, and gooey Swiss cheese, all soaked in a rich egg custard. Perfect for lazy mornings or holiday gatherings, it allows you to prepare your meal in advance while impressing family and friends with its golden, bubbly top. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors while making memories around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups day-old French or sourdough bread, cubed
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup diced cooked ham
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Layer half the bread cubes in the dish, followed by half the ham and half the cheese.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the layered ingredients and press down gently to ensure soaking.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove wrap and bake for 45-50 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 220mg