Strata with sausages, cheese and peppers
10 servings
30 minutes
Strata with sausages, cheese, and peppers is a cozy Italian dish that harmoniously combines rich flavors and appetizing texture. Originating from European cuisine, strata became popular in Italy as a great way to use leftover bread. Baked layers of bread soaked in an egg mixture, spicy Italian sausages, sweet peppers, and two types of aromatic cheese create a rich, slightly spicy flavor with a creamy consistency. The combination of Pecorino Romano and Fontina adds a distinct cheesy note to the dish, while oregano gives it a Mediterranean touch. This strata is perfect for a late breakfast or cozy family dinner, easy to prepare and pairs well with fresh vegetables or herbs.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Grease a ceramic or glass dish with oil. In a large bowl, mix the eggs, milk, chopped green onions, cream, grated Pecorino Romano, oregano, and salt. Generously sprinkle with black pepper.
- Chicken egg: 6 pieces
- Milk: 0.5 glass
- Spring onion: 140 g
- Whipped cream: 100 ml
- Pecorino Romano cheese: 60 g
- Oregano: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
2
In a large skillet, place sausages on one side and sliced peppers on the other. Fry, break the sausages with a fork, mix everything, and cook for about 7 minutes.
- Hot Italian sausages: 450 g
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
3
Place half of the sliced bread in the prepared dish. Pour half of the egg mixture on top, sprinkle with half of the grated Fortina cheese, and add half of the sausage mixture. Repeat the layers. Let it sit for 20 minutes to allow the bread to soak well. Bake for about 1 hour until a light brown crust forms. Let it cool.
- French bread (baguette): 450 g
- Fontina cheese: 240 g
