Description
Indulge in the comfort of this Christmas Morning Cheese & Herb Strata, a delightful dish that turns simple ingredients into a festive centerpiece for your holiday breakfast. With layers of crusty bread soaked in a rich custard, complemented by gooey melted cheese and fragrant herbs, this strata is sure to impress your family and friends. Perfect for gatherings or cozy brunches, it’s easy to prepare ahead of time and bake fresh on Christmas morning. Enjoy the warm aromas filling your home as you create lasting memories around the breakfast table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups day-old sourdough or French baguette, cubed
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until frothy. Blend in softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheeses and chopped herbs; season with salt and pepper.
- Add cubed bread to the greased baking dish and pour custard mixture over it, pressing down gently to ensure all bread absorbs the liquid.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight or let rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (165g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 210mg