Makes: 6 servings
Ingredients:
• 8 ounces day-old crusty bread, such as pain au levain, large dice (about 6 cups)
• 2 cups coarsely chopped baby spinach leaves (about 3½ ounces)
• ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese (about 3¾ ounces)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for coating the pan
• 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest (from about 1 medium lemon)
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
Method:
- Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with olive oil. Add the bread, spinach, and half of the feta. Gently toss the mixture with your hands until combined, then spread it into an even layer; set aside.
- Whisk the measured olive oil, lemon zest, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined. Add the eggs and milk and whisk until combined. Very slowly drizzle the mixture over the bread and evenly sprinkle the remaining half of the feta over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Heat the oven to 350°F (176°C) and arrange a rack in the top third of the oven.
- Uncover the strata and bake until the custard is set and the edges are browned, about 45 – 55 minutes. Place on a wire rack and let cool for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with the fresh oregano and serve warm.
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