Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 pound

ground pork sausage

mild

1 unit

onion

chopped

0.5 unit

green bell pepper

chopped

2 unit

diced tomatoes and green chiles

8 unit

flour tortillas

torn into bite-size pieces

3 cup

colby-jack cheese

shredded

6 unit

eggs

large

2 cup

milk

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Cook ground pork sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain excess fat from the skillet and return the sausage.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet with the sausage.

Step 4
~3 min

Sauté the onion and bell pepper for 5 minutes, or until tender.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir in diced tomatoes and green chiles.

Step 6
~3 min

Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~3 min

Layer half of the torn flour tortillas in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~3 min

Top with half of the sausage mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Sprinkle with half of the shredded Colby-Jack cheese.

Step 11
~3 min

Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, sausage mixture, and cheese.

Step 12
~3 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~3 min

Cover the baking dish and chill in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours (optional).

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 16
~3 min

Bake the strata, lightly covered with aluminum foil, for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Step 17
~3 min

Remove the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes to brown the top if needed.

Step 18
~3 min

Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.

Use different types of cheese.

Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your spice preference.

Prepare the strata the night before for an easy morning breakfast.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled the night before.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fresh fruit.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Avocado toast

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwest USA

Cultural Significance

Popular breakfast dish in the Southwest region.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas brunch
Easter brunch
Mother's Day brunch

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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