Print

Savory Spinach and Gruyère Breakfast Strata Recipe

Print Recipe

A savory, cheesy breakfast strata with spinach and Gruyère, perfect for brunch or make-ahead mornings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 loaf of crusty bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 10 cups)
  • 2 cups of fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups of shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Optional: 1 cup of mushrooms, sliced
  • Optional: ½ cup of sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • Optional: ½ cup of cooked bacon or sausage, crumbled
  • Optional: ¼ cup of fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cut the loaf of bread into 1-inch cubes and let sit out to become slightly stale.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  7. Layer half of the bread cubes in the baking dish. Top with half of the spinach mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
  8. If using optional ingredients, sprinkle them over the layers.
  9. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the strata. Press down gently to soak bread.
  10. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 30 minutes, until golden and set.
  11. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use day-old or toasted bread for best results. Allow strata to rest before slicing to help it set.

Nutrition

Keywords: breakfast strata, spinach, gruyère, casserole, brunch

Find it online: https://www.eatbrightly.com/spinach-gruyere-breakfast-strata/