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Breakfast and brunch dishes hold a special place in our culinary hearts, often bringing friends and family together around the table. The allure of a hearty, satisfying meal in the morning can set the tone for the entire day. Among the myriad of options, the Cheesy Sweet Potato and Turkey Strata stands out as a delicious and filling choice that combines rich flavors with nutritious ingredients.

Cheesy Sweet Potato and Turkey Strata

A comforting breakfast or brunch dish made with sweet potatoes, turkey, and cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 7

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups cubed sweet potatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • string salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 cups cooked ground turkey
  • 3 cups cubed day-old bread
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh spinach or kale
  • string fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and smoked paprika until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a large greased baking dish, layer half of the cubed bread, followed by half of the roasted sweet potatoes, half of the ground turkey, half of the spinach or kale (if using), and half of the cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining bread, sweet potatoes, turkey, spinach, and top with remaining cheese.
  • Slowly pour the egg mixture over the layered strata, ensuring the bread is evenly soaked. Use a spatula to gently press down the layers to help the bread absorb the liquid. Allow it to sit for about 10-15 minutes.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the strata is set in the center and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  • Allow the strata to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

Optional to add fresh herbs for garnish.
Keyword breakfast, brunch, strata, sweet potato, turkey