Spinach Mushroom Strata Recipe

Spinach Mushroom Strata Recipe

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large red onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups sliced white mushrooms
• 1 (10-ounce) bag fresh baby spinach
• 1 pound firm tofu, well drained
• 2 1/2 cups unsweetened soy milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
• 5 cups cubed French or Italian bread
• 1 cup shredded vegan mozzarella
• 1/4 cup grated vegan Parmesan or Parmasio
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Method

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat
2. Add the onion, cover and cook until softened, 5minutes
3. Stir in the garlic, then add the mushrooms and cook, uncovered, until the mushrooms release their liquid, about 5 minutes
4. Add the spinach and cook, stirring, to wilt the spinach, about 3 minutes
5. Set aside
6. In a blender or food processor, process the tofu with the soy milk, salt and cayenne
7. Set aside
8. Preheat the oven to 350°F
9. Lightly oil a 9 x 13-inch baking pan
10. Arrange half of bread cubes in an even layer inside the prepared pan
11. Spoon half of the spinach-mushroom mixture over the bread and pour half of the soy mixture on top
12. Sprinkle with half the mozzarella
13. Repeat the layering with the remaining ingredients
14. Allow the mixture to rest until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes
15. Sprinkle the strata with the remaining soy mozzarella, Parmesan and paprika
16. Bake until puffy and lightly browned, about 45 minutes
17. Allow to stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving

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