17 Recipe For Italian Pepperoni Strata Dive Into Deliciousness!

Ingredients:

For the strata:

• 1 loaf of Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 pound of thinly sliced pepperoni
• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 eggs
• 1 ½ cups of milk
• ½ cup of heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of black pepper

For the tomato basil sauce:

• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 2 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon of dried basil
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• ½ teaspoon of black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes on the bottom.
3. Top the bread with half of the pepperoni and half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour half of the egg mixture over the bread and cheese layers.
6. Repeat the layers with the remaining bread, pepperoni, and cheese, followed by the remaining egg mixture.
7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the strata is golden brown and set.
9. While the strata is baking, make the tomato basil sauce by heating olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
10. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
11. Stir in the diced tomatoes, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
12. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
13. Once the strata is done, let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
14. Serve with the tomato basil sauce on top or on the side.

This recipe for Italian pepperoni strata is perfect for a special occasion breakfast or brunch, but it can also be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and delicious weekday breakfast. The layers of pepperoni, Italian seasonings, and cheese create a flavorful and satisfying dish that will become a family favorite. Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of cheese or add in some vegetables for an even heartier meal. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself why it's a classic Italian dish that never goes out of style.