Classic Breakfast Strata

Ingredients

• •1 loaf day-old bread, cubed
• •8 large eggs
• •2 cups whole milk
• •1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• •6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• •1/2 cup diced onion
• •1 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• •2 tablespoons butter

Directions

1. 1Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish and arrange bread cubes in the bottom.
2. 2Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and thyme in a large bowl.
3. 3Layer bacon, onion, and cheese over the bread, then pour egg mixture evenly over top.
4. 4Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
5. 5Preheat oven to 350°F and bake covered for 30 minutes.
6. 6Uncover and bake an additional 20-30 minutes until the center is set and top is golden.

💡 Breakfast strata improves after a refrigerator rest because dry bread absorbs custard evenly; rushing straight to the oven leaves wet pockets and dry cubes.

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