Description
Dad’s Day Strata is a comforting, savory baked casserole featuring steamed broccoli, whole wheat bread, diced tomatoes, shredded deli-style protein, and pepper jack cheese, all enveloped in a creamy garlic-infused egg custard. Perfect for a family brunch or a hearty breakfast, this strata combines fresh ingredients with an easy preparation that comes together in under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- ½ cup broccoli florets
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano, drained
Bread & Protein
- 3 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
- 8 slices deli-style protein, shredded
- ¼ cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Egg Mixture
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch square casserole dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Steam Broccoli: Fill a saucepan with water just below a steamer insert and bring it to a boil. Place broccoli florets into the steamer, cover, and steam until tender, which should take about 2 to 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Combine Main Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the steamed broccoli, cubed whole wheat bread, drained diced tomatoes, shredded deli-style protein, and shredded pepper jack cheese until evenly distributed.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, heavy whipping cream, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined to create a smooth custard.
- Mix and Transfer: Stir the egg mixture into the broccoli and bread mixture, ensuring everything is coated evenly. Pour this combined mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set in the center and the top is slightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the strata from the oven and let it cool for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing into portions and serving warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking.
- Use any favorite deli-style protein, such as turkey, ham, or chicken.
- Make sure to drain diced tomatoes well to avoid excess moisture in the strata.
- The dish can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning for convenience.
- Steam broccoli until just tender to maintain a slight crispness and vibrant color.
