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    Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata

    9 hrs | Yield 6 | December 18, 2018 | Updated: December 18, 2018 by Kita | This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Prep this overnight ham breakfast strata the night before a big family holiday or weekend brunch for the perfect way to feed a crowd.

    Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata Recipe GirlCarnivore.com

    This post was sponsored by Prime Fresh, America’s number one growing lunchmeat line! As always, the thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

     

    Ok, brunch. It is indeed the best meal ever.

    Why? Because. Science.  (Duh. We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the day).

    But really, there is something about an amazing breakfast or brunch that can really make a day perfect. I love getting up for a great run or bike ride, hitting the morning hard, then relaxing with friends over a great brunch menu.

    And the holidays, oh, perfect for brunch. House full of guests? In-laws coming over? I got your back.

    This crazy easy make-ahead strata is a favorite recipe of mine. And this festive version is gold for any holiday brunch.

    Overnight ham breakfast strata recipe

    But first.

     

    What is Strata?

    Strata is a baked dish with chunks of bread and a custard base or milk and eggs. It is perfect to use up stale bread, as the custard soaked bread in the base for this recipe. Bonus, it’s loaded with cheese and can be customized to any flavor combo. Think Roasted butternut squash, kale, and sausage. Or savory rosemary, fontina, and mushrooms.

    Toss it all in and let’s get to brunching.

     

    Frittata Vs Strata

    What’s the difference between frittata and strata?

    A frittata is whipped eggs over the desired filling and baked. (Like a big omelet, without the fancy folding) This Low Country Frittata is a good example.

    Strata is a custard base of milk and eggs and soaked bread.

    Both are hearty egg breakfasts that you can customize fillings and toppings to what you have on hand and have no hard and fast must follow recipes. I love serving both as options during holidays and when I have company for brunch.

     

    How to Make a Strata

    Start at least 8 hours ahead (read, the night before) by soaking the bread in a milk and egg mix. Strata is easy because it can be eyeballed. You always need half the portion of liquid to bread. So, maths (since we already covered science). 4 cups bread to 2 cups liquid. So on and so forth. Mix in toppings and add meltable cheese. Cover, and in the morning bake at 350 until the custard is set.

     

    That easy.

     

    Now, on to the Prime Fresh. I always have a stash of sliced Prime Fresh lunch meat in my fridge. The resealable bags lock the freshness in, allowing me to get days out of every package when it’s just me in the meat labs. Easy lunch is the best thing ever (like these hearty jalapeno popper sandwiches). But, why not chop up some ham and whip up a crazy good brunch?

     

    When I knew I had a house full of guests spending a weekend with me, I looked at what I had to use up before spending a penny at the market. This Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata used up a loaf of leftover challah and all items I had on hand, like the Honey Ham, ready to go.

    The ham was the perfect sweet but hearty addition to this holiday inspired recipe!

    Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata

     

    Need more breakfast inspiration?  Try some of my favorite recipes out.

    • Cheesy Potato Frittata
    • Pulled Pork Frittata
    • BBQ Breakfast Quesadilla

    If you’ve tried my Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata recipe, or any other recipe on GirlCarnivore.com please don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know where you found it in the comments below. I get inspired by your feedback and comments! You can also FOLLOW ME on Instagram @girlcarnivore as well as on  Twitter and Facebook.

    Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata Recipe - super easy and perfect for big crowds
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    Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata

    Prep this recipe the night before and bake it in the morning for a sweet and savory breakfast perfect for large groups and holiday crowds
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: French
    Author: Kita Roberts
    Prep Time8 hrs
    Cook Time1 hr
    5 mins
    Total Time9 hrs
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 703kcal

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups sweet brioche or challah bread torn into cubes
    • 1 lbs Prime Fresh Honey Ham chopped
    • 2 cup milk
    • 8 eggs
    • Salt and pepper
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg
    • 5 sprigs fresh thyme leaves removed
    • Dried cranberries
    • 8 oz Monterey jack cheese shredded
    • 8 oz Swiss cheese shredded

    Instructions

    • In an 8x8 high walled baking dish, add the bread.
    • Toss half over the chopped ham into the bread mix.
    • Whisk the milk eggs together in a larger bowl.
    • Add salt and pepper to the mix along with the vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and thyme.
    • Pour over the bread mixture.
    • Add the remaining ham and dried cranberries.
    • Sprinkle with the Monterey Jack and cover with the swiss cheese.
    • Cover and place in fridge overnight.
    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Cover the strata with foil or a tight-fitting lid and bake 20 minutes.
    • Remove foil and bake an additional 25-30 minutes until the eggs are set.
    • Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Overnight Ham Breakfast Strata
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 703 Calories from Fat 432
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 48g74%
    Saturated Fat 24g150%
    Cholesterol 381mg127%
    Sodium 1396mg61%
    Potassium 463mg13%
    Carbohydrates 17g6%
    Sugar 5g6%
    Protein 48g96%
    Vitamin A 1250IU25%
    Calcium 725mg73%
    Iron 2.3mg13%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information provided is an estimate. For specific health concerns, please put the recipe into your Dr recommended nutrition calculator.
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