Mushroom Pepper Cheddar Strata

Strattas are an easy way to feed a crowd breakfast. They can be made a day or two ahead of time and you can add in whatever you like.

When I made this Strata I was working with what I could find in my friend's fridge, but you can add your favorite veggies, bacon or sausage.

You will need:

1 large onion

1 package of mushrooms

3 peppers (I used red, orange and green)

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar

3 cups cubed bread (a good quality white or wheat)

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1 cup milk

18 eggs

2 tablespoons butter

a 9x13 inch glass casserole pan

Serves 10-12

Step 1

Chop all the veggies. Sauté onion, mushrooms and peppers in butter until soft (about 3 minutes).  Let cool for at least 15 minutes.  This is very important because otherwise the heat from the veggies will partially cook the eggs.

Step 2

Butter the baking dish then line the bottom of the pan with the bread.

Step 3

Whisk the eggs, milk, salt and pepper together. Pour 1/2 of the egg mixture over the bread. Spread 1/2 of the cheese over the egg. Pour the sautéed veggies on top. Then add the rest of the egg and then the rest of the cheese.

Step 4

Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes, until the egg is fully cooked. The top should be browned.

Please note that this needs to be made in a shallow baking dish, otherwise it doesn't cook evenly.