Don’t Waste It: Make Leftover Focaccia Strata!

Don’t Waste It: Make Leftover Focaccia Strata!

We’ve all been there—you pick up a loaf of fresh focaccia, enjoy it warm from the oven, and then the next day it’s not quite the same. Instead of letting it go stale, turn it into something new and irresistible: Focaccia Strata (aka savory bread pudding).

This dish transforms yesterday’s bread into a bubbling, golden bake packed with flavor. The soft, olive-oil infused focaccia soaks up a rich egg custard, while layers of veggies, cheese, and herbs bring everything together. And of course, a drizzle of our Garlic Olive Oil takes it from good to unforgettable.

Perfect for brunch, dinner, or meal prep, this strata is also a fantastic “clean out the fridge” recipe — toss in any veggies, cheese, or meats you have on hand and make it your own.

Next time you’ve got leftover focaccia, don’t toss it. Make this cozy, crowd-pleasing dish that your family will be asking for again and again.

Leftover Focaccia Strata

The Little Shop of Olive Oils

Servings

4-6

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Category

Main Courses

A cozy way to bring new life to day-old focaccia! This savory bake combines bread, cheese, veggies, and our Garlic Olive Oil for an easy brunch or dinner dish.

Leftover Focaccia Strata

Ingredients

  • 4 cups leftover focaccia, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or fontina/cheddar)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 cup cooked vegetables (spinach, mushrooms, peppers, or tomatoes)
  • 1 cup cooked meat (optional – sausage, ham, or chicken)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk (or half milk, half cream for richness)
  • 2 tbsp Garlic Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp dried oregano or thyme

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a 9x13 baking dish with Garlic Olive Oil.
  2. Spread focaccia cubes evenly in the dish. Sprinkle with cheese, veggies, and meat.
  3. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, Garlic Olive Oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.
  4. Pour mixture over focaccia, pressing down gently so bread soaks it up. Rest for 10 minutes (or refrigerate overnight).
  5. Bake uncovered 35–40 minutes, until puffed and golden.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy!

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