Description
Awaken your mornings with this Overnight Ham & Swiss Cheese Strata, a delightful blend of savory ham and creamy Swiss cheese nestled within buttery layers of toasted bread. Perfect for brunch or special gatherings, this make-ahead dish offers an irresistible aroma that will entice everyone to the table. With simple ingredients and effortless preparation, you can impress your family and friends while enjoying a stress-free morning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups day-old crusty bread, torn into pieces
- 2 cups diced ham (deli or leftover)
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the torn bread evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Scatter the diced ham and shredded Swiss cheese over the bread.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure all pieces soak up the liquid.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for flavors to meld.
- Remove from fridge and bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 180mg