Made with Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, this strata recipe is worth waking up for.

The prepped strata bakes for 30 minutesin the morningfor a deliciously golden brown finish.

Garnish with fresh chives before serving, and everyone will be waking up happy.

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Learn how to make a creamy egg strata, and bookmark this recipe for future family brunches.

It will be a hit.

What is a strata?

Southern Living Creamy Egg Strata ingredients

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No one will know you slept in!

To make it further ahead, bake and cool completely.

Wrap tightly and freeze for up to three months.

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Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat in a preheated 325oF oven until hot throughout before serving.

Refrigerate leftover casserole for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months.

Reheat in a preheated 325oF oven until hot throughout before serving.

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Individual portions can also be reheated in the microwave for a quick breakfast option.

What To Serve With Creamy Egg Strata

This breakfast bake pairs well with all your brunch favorites.

French bread loaf, cubed (about 5 cups)

6Tbsp.butter, divided

2cups(8 oz.)

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butter, and drizzle over bread cubes.

Make sour cream mixture:

Melt remaining 3 Tbsp.

butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add onion and garlic.

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Saute 2 to 3 minutes or until tender.

Whisk in flour until smooth; cook, whisking constantly, 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned.

Whisk in broth and next 4 ingredients until blended.

Southern Living Creamy Egg Strata cooking the sauce until thickened

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Stir in sour cream.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Pour mixture over cheese in baking dish.

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Cover and chill:

Cover with plastic wrap, and chill 8 to 24 hours.

Warm and bake strata:

Let strata stand at room temperature 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 350F.

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Remove plastic wrap, and bake 30 minutes or until set.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fresh or leftover bread can both be used to make strata.

Stale bread tends to hold its shape better after soaking, but both will be delicious.

Southern Living Creamy Egg Strata covering and chilling before baking

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Southern Living Creamy Egg Strata after baking

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