Asiago Strata Recipes

ASIAGO CHEESE ITALIAN SAUSAGE STRATA

Steps:

• Spray a 13 x 9-inch baking with cooking spray. Arrange 1/2 of the cubed bagels over the bottom of the dish.
• Mix the Asiago cheese with the mozzarella cheese and divide in half. Place 1/2 into a plastic bag and into the refrigerator.
• Sprinkle 1/2 of the bagel cubes with 1/2 of the cooked sausage, 1/2 of the sliced green onions and 1/2 of the shredded cheese mixture. Repeat reserving 1/2 of the cheese and 2 Tbsp green onion for garnishing.
• In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, beaten eggs, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper and ground mustard.
• Pour the custard over the bagels and sausage. Gently press the bread into the custard. Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
• To prepare: Remove the plastic wrap and sprinkle the remaining shredded Asiago-Mozzarella cheese mixture on top. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake for 45-55 minutes until golden and puffed up. Let stand on the counter for 5 minutes.
• Garnish with reserved green onion before serving..

ASIAGO VEGETABLE STRATA

Steps:

• Spray 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms and broccoli; cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender. Stir in tomatoes. Remove from heat.
• Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange bread cubes in baking dish. Spoon vegetable mixture over bread cubes. In medium bowl, beat eggs, milk, oregano, salt, black pepper and red pepper with whisk. Pour egg mixture over vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
• Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover baking dish. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until set in center (some moisture will appear in center and will dry upon standing). Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

PANERA BREAD ASIAGO STRATA

Steps:

• Pre-heat oven to 375*. Brush sides and bottom of a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with softened butter.
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, salt and pepper, and set aside.
• Cut asiago bread into 1/4" slices. Start assembly of the strata by placing one slice of bread on the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle about 1/2 tsp shredded asiago cheese on the bread slice. Cover with another slice of bread and sprinkle the same amount of cheese on top.
• Continue this pattern for two more slices then pour about one third of the custard on top. Return to building the strata for four more layers, then pour another third of the custard on. Build the strata until you have reached 1/4 inch from the top of the dish and finish off with remaining custard. Cover the strata and refridgerate 15 minute.
• Place the strata dish on a cookie sheet to catch any drips. Bake for about 45 min on the center rack of the oven. The custard should develop a rich, dark color and rise slightly from the pan. (It will settle back after removal from the oven.) Carefully remove from the oven and set aside to cool for about 15 minutes before unmolding.
• Carefully invert the strata by placing a 10 inch plate over the top of the dish. Slowly flip the plate and dish over together. Place on the counter and allow the strata to fall from the dish onto the plate. If the strata does not release from the dish, cut around the sides of the dish and try to invert again. Serve hot or warm as an accompaniment with meat and vegetables to fill out the meal.