Overnight Asparagus Mushroom Strata

Overnight Asparagus Mushroom Strata is a savory, make-ahead breakfast casserole that combines toasted English muffins with layers of cheese, mushrooms, and asparagus. Preparing this dish the night before allows the flavors to meld, making it a convenient and delicious option for brunch or a hearty breakfast.​Allrecipes+1Cardamom and Coconut+1

Ingredients:

For the strata:

• 5 English muffins, split and toasted​Punchfork
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces​Punchfork+1Pinterest+1
• 1½ cups sliced crimini mushrooms​Punchfork+1Pinterest+1
• ½ cup chopped onion​Pinterest+10Countryside Cravings+10Punchfork+10
• 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese​Punchfork
• 2 cups milk​Punchfork
• 8 large eggs​Punchfork
• 1 teaspoon salt​Serious Eats+11Cardamom and Coconut+11Allrecipes+11
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper​Punchfork+1Taste of Home+1
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder​Punchfork

For the sautéed vegetables:

• 2 tablespoons butter​Simply Recipes+9Punchfork+9Cardamom and Coconut+9
• ½ cup chopped onion​Punchfork
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces​Punchfork
• 1½ cups sliced crimini mushrooms​Punchfork+1Pinterest+1
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic​
• 1 teaspoon salt​Serious Eats+11Cardamom and Coconut+11Allrecipes+11

Instructions:

1. Prepare the sautéed vegetables:
   • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.​
   • Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.​
   • Add asparagus pieces and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.​
   • Stir in sliced mushrooms and minced garlic; cook until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender, about 5 minutes.​
   • Season with salt and remove from heat.​
2. Assemble the strata:
   • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.​
   • Arrange toasted English muffin halves, cut side up, in a single layer in the baking dish.​
   • Evenly distribute the sautéed vegetable mixture over the muffin halves.​
   • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the vegetables.​
3. Prepare the egg mixture:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, dry mustard powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.​Punchfork
4. Combine and refrigerate:
   • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring all components are well soaked.​
   • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the bread to absorb the egg mixture.​
5. Bake the strata:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).​
   • Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.​
   • Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.​
6. Serve:
   • Let the strata cool for a few minutes before slicing.​Taste of Home+2Whole Foods Market+2Log in or sign up to view+2
   • Cut into squares and serve warm.​

Tips:

• Bread Choice: Using toasted English muffins adds a delightful texture and flavor to the strata.​Allrecipes
• Vegetable Variations: Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences or seasonal availability.​
• Cheese Options: While Colby-Monterey Jack cheese is recommended, other cheeses like cheddar or Swiss can be used for different flavor profiles.​Punchfork

This Overnight Asparagus Mushroom Strata is a versatile and satisfying dish that can be tailored to suit various tastes and dietary preferences, making it a perfect choice for gatherings or a special breakfast treat.