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Veggie Dinner Strata
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375F.
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Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 3 minutes.
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Add the garlic, bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Cook 5 more minutes, until the onions are soft. Allow to cool.
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In a large bowl, beat the eggs, milk, the remaining 1 teaspoon of the salt and 2/3 cup of the cheese.
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Grease a 13 x 9 baking dish, add the bread cubes and the cooked veggies, and toss to combine.
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Pour the egg mixture into the baking dish, pressing down the bread mixture gently to soak up some of the eggs and sprinkle with the remaining 1/3 cup of cheese.
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Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
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Remove the foil and continue to bake an additional 20 minutes.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bread Soaking Strategy 🍞Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and let them air-dry for a few hours before assembling; this allows them to absorb the egg custard evenly without becoming mushy or falling apart.
- Vegetable Pre-cooking Technique 🥦Sauté your vegetables (especially cauliflower and broccoli) for 3-4 minutes before adding to the strata to remove excess moisture and intensify their flavors, preventing a watery final dish.
- Overnight Custard Infusion 🌙Assemble the strata and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight; this allows the bread to fully absorb the egg mixture and develops deeper, more complex flavors throughout.
- Cheese Layering Distribution 🧀Reserve half your cheddar cheese to sprinkle on top just before baking; this creates a golden, crusty top layer while ensuring cheese is distributed throughout the dish for consistent flavor in every bite.
- Precise Baking Temperature Control 🌡️Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes until the center is just set with a slight jiggle; use a knife inserted in the center to test doneness, as overbaking will dry it out despite its custard base.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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