Garlic and Steak Strata is a hearty, protein-packed breakfast—ideal after a morning run.
Beef Strata: A Better Protein Boost Than a Smoothie
Smoothies can be convenient, but they don’t always keep you satisfied. For me, nothing beats a substantial egg-based breakfast for sustained energy. After a run, a shake or a bowl of oats rarely holds me over until lunch—I’ll still find myself raiding the vending machine mid-morning. What works consistently is real food: eggs, lean protein and a hearty portion that fills you up the right way.
Eggs are inexpensive, versatile, and naturally packed with protein. Whether you prefer a simple fried egg with avocado on a run-day or a more indulgent weekend casserole made from leftovers and cheese, eggs deliver. If you’re watching yolk intake, you can always substitute egg whites, but for balanced, nutritious meals, whole eggs are an excellent choice.
Garlic and Steak Strata Is a Complete Meal
This strata delivers carbohydrates from bread, protein from steak and eggs, and flavor from onions, garlic and scallions. It’s essentially a layered, savory dish that covers most bases for breakfast or brunch.
What Is a Strata?
A strata gets its name from the layers that compose it: bread, cheese, meat and vegetables, all soaked in an egg custard and baked. The result sits somewhere between an omelette and a bread pudding—creamy, with satisfying texture and bite.
Make-Ahead Option
Many strata recipes recommend soaking the ingredients in the egg mixture for a few hours or overnight. This version is quick to assemble and bake immediately, but if you’re hosting brunch, precooking the components and letting the bread absorb the custard in the fridge makes for an easy, stress-free finish when guests arrive—just bake straight from the skillet.
More Brunch Ideas
If you enjoy this garlic and steak strata, you might like other savory brunch dishes that pair well with it.
- New England Maple Brunch Burger
- Maple Meatballs Mac and Cheese
- Ultimate Breakfast Grilled Cheese
- BBQ Rib Hash
- BBQ Eggs Benedict with Pulled Pork
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Garlic and Steak Strata Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tbs olive oil, divided
- 4 slices hearty white bread, cut into 1″ cubes
- 12 eggs
- 1/2 cup half and half
- Salt and pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup leftover steak, chopped
- 3 oz shredded cheese (Blarney Castle or similar)
- 2 scallions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and half-and-half until smooth and pale yellow. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Toast the bread cubes in the skillet until lightly browned on all sides.
- Push the bread to the edges of the skillet, add the chopped steak and garlic to the center, and cook about one minute until fragrant.
- Carefully pour the egg mixture over the bread and steak.
- Let cook for a minute, then use a rubber spatula to run along the bottom a few times to break up any curds forming.
- Cook 3–5 minutes, continuing to run the spatula through the mixture so it sets evenly.
- Allow to cook another 3 minutes without stirring, then sprinkle the cheese on top.
- Using an oven mitt, transfer the skillet to the oven and bake 7–10 minutes, until the eggs are puffy and lightly golden at the edges.
- Remove from oven and cool 5–10 minutes before turning out onto a serving tray. Sprinkle with sliced scallions and serve.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Cook’s Country Dec/Jan 2015.
To prep ahead: assemble ingredients but do not cook. Pour the egg mixture over the other ingredients, refrigerate for a few hours or overnight, and bake when ready.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 10 g |
Protein: 24 g |
Fat: 23 g |
Saturated Fat: 9 g |
Cholesterol: 372 mg |
Sodium: 323 mg |
Potassium: 292 mg |
Sugar: 1 g |
Vitamin A: 730 IU |
Vitamin C: 1.2 mg |
Calcium: 223 mg |
Iron: 2.9 mg
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Want another great egg recipe for a hungry crowd? Try a cheesy potato frittata or other crowd-pleasing baked egg dishes.