Sausage and Egg Strata
July 21, 2025
If you’ve never made a strata before, think of it as a layered egg casserole (the word “strata” literally translates to “layers”). It’s a mix of bread, eggs and cheese baked together with your favorite fillers, like meat, veggies and seasonings. It’s easy to put together, satisfying to eat and perfect for feeding a group.
This version brings a little extra flavor to the table with mild green chiles and L&B Mild Italian Sausage. The chiles add a subtle kick, while the sausage gives it a hearty, savory base. It’s the kind of dish that feels special without requiring a lot of effort, and you can even prepare it ahead of time. Just assemble everything the night before, refrigerate overnight and bake it in the morning. It’s ideal for brunch, but it works just as deliciously for breakfast-for-dinner or a laid-back weekend meal.
SERVINGS
8
PREP TIME
10 min
COOK TIME
1 hr 15 min
+ 6 hr rest time
Ingredients
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Extra virgin olive oil, for greasing pan
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1pound Fresh All Natural L&B Mild Italian Sausage
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1small yellow onion, small-diced
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14-ounce can mild green chiles
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2cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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½loaf L&B Simply Sourdough Artisan Bread, diced into large pieces
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8large eggs
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2 ½cups milk
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1teaspoon mustard powder
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½teaspoon kosher salt
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¼teaspoon smoked paprika
Directions
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1
Grease a 9×13-inch pan with olive oil.
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2
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 8 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
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3
Add the onion to the skillet and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add the green chiles and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Return the sausage to the skillet and stir to combine.
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4
In the prepared pan, combine the bread, shredded cheese, and sausage mixture. Stir to evenly distribute.
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5
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, mustard powder, salt, and smoked paprika. Evenly pour the custard over the filling. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.
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6
Heat the oven to 350 F. While the oven is preheating, remove the cover and allow the strata to come to room temperature. Bake until the top is golden brown and an inserted toothpick comes out clean, about 55 minutes.
Recipe adapted from: All Recipes