Spinach and Cheddar Strata (in individual 8 oz. dishes)

By á-47

This strata can be assembled and refrigerated for up to 6 hours. You can also make it in an 8" square baking dish (cook for 35 minutes).

Ingredients

• 1 tea extra-virgin olive oil
• 10 oz. spinach
• 3 cups day-old bread cubes (1")
• 5 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 1/4 cups grated sharp white cheddar
• salt and pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven 400 degrees.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add spinach and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander and drain, pressing with rubber spatula to release as much liquid as possible. Divide bread and spinach among four small, shallow 8 oz. baking dishes.

In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and 1/4 cup cheese. Season with 1/2 tea. salt and 1/4 tea. pepper. Divide mixture evenly among baking dishes and top with 1/2 cup cheese.

Set dishes on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until set in meddle and golden brown on top (20-25 minutes).