Cheese and Leek Strata

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Cheese and Leek Strata
45 min.
6
296kcal
57.84%sweetness
100%saltiness
39.88%sourness
37.05%bitterness
45.94%savoriness
58.27%fattiness
100%spiciness

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This Cheese and Leek Strata recipe is a delicious and hearty dish perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner. With a combination of sourdough bread, leeks, bell peppers, and two types of cheese, it's a flavorful and satisfying meal. The strata is also a great make-ahead option, as it needs to be refrigerated for at least two hours or overnight before baking. This gives the bread time to soak up all the delicious egg and milk mixture, resulting in a creamy and tender texture.

The addition of porter beer gives the strata a unique twist, adding a depth of flavor that complements the other ingredients perfectly. The dish is also packed with nutrients, providing a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamins A, C, and B. The preparation is simple, and the strata bakes to perfection in under an hour. Whether you're serving it for a casual weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this Cheese and Leek Strata is sure to impress and satisfy your taste buds.

This strata is a great way to elevate a simple meal and is perfect for those who enjoy a good savory dish. The combination of cheeses adds a delightful creaminess and sharpness to the dish, while the leeks and bell peppers provide a subtle sweetness and a pop of color. Don't be surprised if this becomes your new go-to recipe for a comforting and flavorful meal!

Ingredients

  •  eggs beaten
  • cup milk 
  • 0.3 cup porter 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 loaf sourdough bread cut into ½- inch pieces
  •  leek coarsely chopped
  • 0.5  bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.8 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.8 cup swiss cheese shredded
  • servings salt and pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
  2. Combine eggs, milk, beer, garlic, salt & pepper in a large bowl and beat well until blended
  3. Place 1/2 of the bread cubes on bottom of greased 2.5-quart round baking dish
  4. Sprinkle half the leeks and half the bell pepper over bread pieces
  5. Top with half the Swiss cheese and half the cheddar cheese
  6. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with cheddar cheese
  7. Pour egg mixture evenly over top
  8. Cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap and weigh top of the strata down with a slightly smaller baking dish
  9. Refrigerate strata at least 2 hours or overnight
  10. Bake, uncovered, 40 minutes or until center is set
  11. Serve warm

Nutrition Facts

Calories296kcal
Protein22.36%
Fat43.07%
Carbs34.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.75
Glycemic Load
16.74
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.025652173913%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Taste

Sweetness:
57.84%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
39.88%
Bitterness:
37.05%
Savoriness:
45.94%
Fattiness:
58.27%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:295.56kcal
14.78%
Fat:14.07g
21.65%
Saturated Fat:7.06g
44.1%
Carbohydrates:25.41g
8.47%
Net Carbohydrates:24.08g
8.76%
Sugar:4.86g
5.4%
Cholesterol:140.68mg
46.89%
Sodium:647.41mg
28.15%
Protein:16.43g
32.86%
Selenium:28.87µg
41.24%
Calcium:316.78mg
31.68%
Phosphorus:289.57mg
28.96%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.53%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.56%
Vitamin A:1035.9IU
20.72%
Folate:78.48µg
19.62%
Vitamin C:14.63mg
17.73%
Vitamin B12:1.04µg
17.3%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.32%
Zinc:2.1mg
13.97%
Iron:2.4mg
13.32%
Vitamin B3:2.06mg
10.3%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.2%
Vitamin B5:0.9mg
8.99%
Magnesium:34.29mg
8.57%
Vitamin K:8.54µg
8.13%
Vitamin D:1.12µg
7.46%
Potassium:216.34mg
6.18%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.92%
Copper:0.11mg
5.58%
Fiber:1.33g
5.31%
Source:Foodista