Eggs combine with cheese, bacon, and bread to become a fluffy cheese strata that no one can resist! This is an easy recipe for guys who want to surprise that special someone with breakfast in bed!
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
60 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Calories
631 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 2
Toss cubed bread with bacon, cheese, and mushrooms, and pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, and mustard until smooth, then pour evenly over cubed bread. Cover dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.
Step 3
Remove plastic wrap from the baking dish, and bake strata in preheated oven until the top is golden brown, and the eggs are set, about 1 hour. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Ingredients
12 eggs
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 ½ cups half-and-half
¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon
12 thick slices white bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
