Ingredients
- A mist of cooking spray
- A loaf of sourdough bread, cut into slices weighing around 1 pound
- Two portions of shredded Cheddar cheese, totaling 2 cups, separated
- Half a cup of finely diced sweet onion
- A cup each of diced green, yellow, and red bell peppers
- Twelve ounces of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Eight large eggs
- A cup of sour cream
- Half a teaspoon of dry mustard
- A tablespoon of herb seasoning blend like the Spice Merchant® Great Lakes blend
- A quarter teaspoon of salt
- A quarter teaspoon of black pepper
Step 1
Prepare a 9x13-inch glass baking dish by generously spraying it with cooking spray.
Step 2
Arrange slices of bread in the dish, ensuring they form a solid base, adjusting and fitting them to fill any gaps. Layer on 1 cup of Cheddar cheese, followed by a colorful mix of diced onion, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, and crispy bacon.
Step 3
In a bowl, combine eggs with sour cream, mustard, a flavorful seasoning blend, salt, and pepper, whisking until thoroughly mixed. Slowly pour this delicious mixture over the bread, ensuring it seeps through each layer.
Step 4
Cover the baking dish and let the strata chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 8 hours.
Step 5
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 6
Uncover the dish and bake the strata in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese evenly over the top and return the dish to the oven until the cheese is perfectly melted, usually for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 8
Allow the strata to rest for 5 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together beautifully.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Utilize Mason jars for storing leftover vegetables and cheese to reduce food waste and keep them fresh for future strata creations.
- 2. Organize your pantry with labeled baskets or crates to easily access essential ingredients like bread, eggs, and herbs for a quick and stress-free strata preparation.
