Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (100g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 loaf (300g) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 pound (450g) asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 pound (450g) cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup (120g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped fresh parsley
- 12 large eggs
- 4 cups (960ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon (5g) kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, asparagus, mushrooms, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- Bake the strata for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 25g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
- Sodium: 700mg
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and satisfying breakfast dish
- Creamy and cheesy with a crispy crust
- Versatile and can be customized with other vegetables or meat
User Comments:
- "This strata is a go-to for our weekend brunches. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser." - Sarah C.
- "I love the combination of asparagus and mushrooms. It's a unique and delicious breakfast casserole." - Emily J.
- "I added some chopped bacon to mine and it was fantastic. Definitely a recipe I'll be making again." - John D.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a good quality bread for the best flavor.
- Allow the strata to rest for a few minutes before cutting and serving.
- If you don't have an overnight, you can bake the strata immediately after preparing it. Just add 15-20 minutes to the cooking time.
