English Muffin Breakfast Strata

Ingredients and Weight:

• 12 slices English muffins (1 lb)
• 1 pound breakfast sausage (ground)
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper (4 ounces)
• 1 cup chopped red onion (4 ounces)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
• 8 large eggs
• 3 cups milk
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
3. Tear English muffins into 1-inch pieces and place in the prepared baking dish.
4. In a skillet, brown breakfast sausage over medium heat. Remove from heat and drain.
5. Spread sausage, bell pepper, and onion over English muffin pieces.
6. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour over strata.
7. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the strata):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 20 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Soft and fluffy texture
• Easy to prepare and serve

User Comments:

• "This strata is a perfect make-ahead breakfast or brunch. It's easy to assemble and reheats well."
• "The Dijon mustard adds a nice tangy flavor."
• "I like to add some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives, for extra flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have English muffins, you can substitute with any type of sliced bread.
• You can use any type of breakfast sausage you like.
• To make the strata ahead of time, prepare up to step 8 and refrigerate overnight. When ready to bake, bring the strata to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.