Estate Dinners

Swiss Chard Strata with Artisanal Sausage

The Strategy:

Layering cubed bread with savory browned sausage, wilted Swiss chard, and plenty of cheese creates a classic, comforting strata. Pouring a seasoned egg and milk custard over the top and letting it sit allows the bread to soak up all the rich moisture before baking. Bake until the center is set and the top is puffed and beautifully golden brown.

Serves: 8 to 10 | Total Time: 20 minute cuisine plus 1 hour baking

Ingredients

Sausage and Chard Sauté

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound fresh artisanal sausage, casing removed
1 pound Swiss chard, trimmed and chopped, about 5 to 6 cups
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper

Egg Custard

10 large eggs
3 cups milk
4 to 5 green onions, sliced, about ½ cup
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Bread, Cheese and Pan Prep

1 (1-pound) loaf Artisanal bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
12 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated, about 3 cups
Vegetable oil spray

Raw cooking ingredients for Swiss Chard Strata with Artisanal Sausage arranged beautifully on a clean kitchen counter.

Instructions

Sausage and Chard Sauté

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the sausage and cook until browned and crumbly.
Transfer to a paper towel lined platter.
Heat 1 more tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chard and sauté until wilted, about 5 minutes.
Season with some of the salt and pepper.
Remove the pan from the heat.

Custard and First Layers

Whisk together the eggs and milk in a large bowl.
Stir in the green onions and parsley.
Stir in nutmeg and season with salt and pepper.
Place half of the bread cubes into a large 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish that has been coated with vegetable oil spray.
Top with half of the sausage and half of the chard.
Place 1 cup of the cheese on top.

Final Assembly and Baking

Layer the rest of the bread into the dish.
Cover with the remaining sausage, chard and one more cup of cheese.
Pour the milk and egg custard over all. Use your hands to gently submerge all the bread cubes.
Toss the remaining cheese over the top of the casserole.
Let the casserole sit on your counter for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge) allowing the bread to soak up the custard.
Preheat the oven to 350°.
Place the baking dish into the oven and bake until the top is golden, and the center is set, about 1 hour.
Let strata rest for 15 minutes before cutting into squares.

Home cook prepared steps for assembling and cooking Swiss Chard Strata with Artisanal Sausage.

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The Heart of the Table

This golden, puffed strata is the star of a relaxed brunch, filling the kitchen with the cozy aromas of baking eggs, melted cheese, and savory sausage. It brings a comforting, slow-paced feel to the morning, encouraging everyone to fill their plates and linger over coffee and conversation.

An appetizing, fresh serving of cooked Swiss Chard Strata with Artisanal Sausage displayed beautifully on a styled dining table.

The Art of the Host

a pre-seasoned double-burner cast-iron grill pan with high ridges
a well-seasoned 12-inch cast-iron skillet with dual pour spouts
a mouth-blown glass dressing cruet with a hand-ground glass stopper
a hand-cut glass mixing pitcher with a diamond-cut pattern
a sleek, solid brass Japanese double jigger with inner measurement lines
a seamless, high-heat resistant silicone spatula in a soft slate grey

Neighborly Grace

THE PRESENTATION: Present the strata hot in its ceramic baking dish, cut into neat squares that display the colorful layers of green chard and savory sausage.
THE POUR: A dry, sparkling Prosecco or a chilled sparkling infusion of black tea and forest berries.
THE VIBE: Morning Sunroom. The soft morning light illuminates the table as family and friends gather for a warm, comforting weekend brunch.

Chef’s Recommendations

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The Sweet Finale: Toasted S’mores Cupcakes with Coffee-Enhanced Chocolate
The Brunch Glass: Spicy Bloody Marie

The Estate Table

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Swiss Chard Strata with Artisanal Sausage

Swiss Chard Strata with Artisanal Sausage

The full recipe lives in the Vault

The Heart of the Table

The Art of the Host

Neighborly Grace

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