Best Bacon Egg And Cheese Strata 73 Recipes

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QUICK AND EASY BACON, EGG AND CHEESE



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Any New Yorker will tell you a good bacon, egg and cheese (BEC) sandwich is the best way to start your day, and most likely you already have everything you need in your pantry to whip one up. The key elements to a great BEC are the melted cheese, scrambled egg that nestles perfectly onto the bread without falling off and salty crispy bacon. To make sure the cheese stays melted, we fold it into the center of the eggs just as they finish cooking so it stays warm. We found that by preparing eggs like an omelet ''package'' instead of scrambling them and topping them with cheese allowed us to adjust the size of our eggs to perfectly fit the size of our bread and hold our cheese in the ideal melted state. When you can't get to your corner deli or coffee cart, you can whip up this breakfast icon in the time it takes to walk out the door.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large eggs
2 tablespoons whole milk
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 slices sharp Cheddar cheese, about 1 ounce (see Cook's Note)
2 slices cooked bacon (see Cook's Note)
2 slices toasted white bread or 1 kaiser roll, split

Steps:

  • Whisk the eggs, milk, a pinch of salt and a couple of grinds of black pepper in a small bowl until smooth and combined. Heat the vegetable in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Once the skillet is warm, pour the egg mixture in and allow it to cook undisturbed until the edges are set, about 1 minute. Use a spatula to gently lift the edges of the egg and allow the uncooked egg to run underneath. Once the egg is fully set, about 4 minutes, place the slices of cheese in the center of the egg. Carefully lift each side of the egg and folder it over the cheese to form a square package about the size of your toasted bread. Flip the eggs over gently, keeping the package intact, and allow the folded side to cook and melt the cheese, about 30 seconds more.
  • Assemble the sandwich by layering the bacon on 1 slice of toast and then topping with the warm eggs. Top with the remaining slice of toast and serve immediately.

BACON & CHEDDAR STRATA



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I prepare this sunrise specialty the day before Christmas so we have something cheesy and hearty to warm our tummies while we open gifts the next morning. The key to its perfection is to let it set overnight.-Deb Healey, Cold Lake, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bacon strips
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
8 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
8 slices white bread, cubed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon in batches until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble into a small bowl. Add red pepper, onions and tomatoes. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half each of the bread, bacon mixture and cheese. Top with remaining bread and bacon mixture., In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, mayonnaise and seasonings. Pour over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

BACON, CHEDDAR AND SPINACH STRATA



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Even with just one layer of filling in the middle of this strata, you'll be looking at a gorgeous casserole which should thoroughly impress your brunch guests . . . bottomless Mimosas or no.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon bacon grease
1 (1 pound) loaf day-old bread, cubed
12 large eggs
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
2 ½ cups heavy cream
1 pound sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips
1 pound fresh spinach, wilted, squeezed dry
12 ounces shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Oil bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking dish with about a tablespoon of bacon fat.
  • Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl.
  • Crack eggs into a separate mixing bowl. Season with salt, pepper, cayenne, and nutmeg. Add cream and whisk mixture thoroughly.
  • Pour egg/cream mixture over the bread cubes and mix to distribute ingredients evenly. Allow bread mixture to sit about 15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
  • Transfer half of the bread mixture to the baking pan; spread evenly over the bottom and press mixture down a bit. Top with half of the grated Cheddar cheese. Add cooked bacon pieces in an even layer over the cheese. Place the cooked spinach over the bacon; top with half of the remaining cheese. Finish with the rest of the soaked bread cubes, spread evenly and pressed down slightly. Sprinkle with the rest of the grated cheese. Cover and let strata sit at room temperature for 1 hour before baking.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake strata in preheated oven until set, about 45 minutes. Optionally, you can broil the strata for a minute or two to brown the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 267.7 mg, Fat 39.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 1168.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

FARMER'S STRATA



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For an inexpensive and easy-to-prepare dish, try this hearty casserole. You can assemble it ahead and bake it just before leaving for a potluck. People go back for seconds since it includes tasty basic ingredients like bacon, cheese and potatoes. -Pat Kuether, Westminster, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups chopped fully cooked ham
1 small onion, chopped
10 slices white bread, cubed
1 cup cubed cooked potatoes
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 large eggs
3 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; add ham and onion. Cook and stir until onion is tender; drain. , In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half the bread cubes, potatoes and cheese. Top with all of the bacon mixture. Repeat layers of bread, potatoes and cheese. , In a large bowl, beat the eggs; add the milk, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt and pepper. Pour over all. Cover and chill overnight. , Preheat oven to 325°. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 65-70 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 152mg cholesterol, Sodium 659mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

BACON, EGG AND CHEESE STRATA [73]



BACON, EGG AND CHEESE STRATA [73] image

Categories     Cheese     Egg     Breakfast     Valentine's Day     Casserole/Gratin     Bacon

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 thick slices white bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms (optional)
12 eggs
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • 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. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 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.

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