Lunch: Spinach and Mushroom Strata

This cheesy, meatless casserole is best served straight out of the oven, golden and bubbly.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health benefits of Spinach and Mushroom Strata

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, chopped
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 10-oz. package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed dry
Salt and pepper
8 slices hearty white bread, cubed (about 7 cups)
1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
2 cups whole milk
5 large eggs
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 °F. Grease a 2 1/2-quart baking dish with cooking spray. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and mushrooms; cook, stirring, until soft and golden, about 6 minutes. Remove from heat. Add spinach, mix well and season with salt and pepper.
Spread about 1/3 of bread cubes on bottom of baking dish, then 1/2 of vegetable mixture and 1/3 of cheese. Repeat with 1/3 of bread, remaining vegetables and another 1/3 of cheese. Top with remaining bread and cheese.
In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Pour over strata. Press down on bread mixture with back of a spoon to moisten.
Bake until strata is set and center is puffed and golden, 45 to 50 minutes. Serve immediately.

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