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The best hostess gift to give for the holidays – overnight breakfast strata

The best hostess gift idea to give for the holidays - overnight breakfast strata. Aluminum baking tray with printable gift tag and ribbon

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The holidays are upon us and no one likes to show up empty handed am I right? This is the best hostess gift to give for the holidays, my overnight breakfast strata. Not only is it extremely thoughtful for your hostess, but it’s super easy to put  together and is the only thing I will give from now on. All they have to do is simply bake and enjoy!

I’m sharing my recipe below and my printable gift tag.

 

The Best Hostess Gift For The Holidays

Now I would never turn down a bottle of wine, chocolates, nice candle or truly anything that someone thought to bring me. But if you’ve ever hosted a party or event before the holidays, we all know it can be stressful. The next day my house usually looks like a tornado blew through and I’m usually exhausted from all the party prep and the fun. Showing up at someone’s door with a ready to bake breakfast for the next day will be a welcome surprise for your hostess and her family.

To make this hostess gift you will need:

  • Disposable 9×13 baking dish
  • Ingredients for the Overnight Breakfast Strata
  • Ribbon
  • Copy of my printable (make sure you’re a subscriber so you have access to my printable library) or a handwritten note.

Prepare the overnight strata in a disposable pan according to recipe. Cover with aluminum foil.

NOTE – Do not deliver this baked. Give to your hostess chilled and have them place in the fridge so that they just pop in the oven the next morning 🙂

Add some ribbon and a little thank you note.

You can absolutely write your own. I printed up this cute little note including the recipe for my overnight breakfast strata for if your hostess decides to return the favor one day or make again for her family. And trust me, they will! This recipe is soooo good!

Click here to go to my printable library and download the printable! (Password in your email from me)

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The best hostess gift idea for the holidays - overnight breakfast strata. Thank you tag that says "Something special just for you to make the next morning a little easier"

the best hostess gift to give for the holidays - overnight breakfast strata. Recipe card

thank you cards with kraft paper envelope red white and green velvet Christmas ribbon

Overnight Breakfast Strata

Ingredients:

  • 12 eggs
  • 3 cups half and half
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded gruyere cheese
  • 1 cup ham, diced
  • 1 cup chives, chopped
  • 1 cup red peppers, diced
  • 1 loaf french bread, torn into pieces
  • salt, pepper, garlic powder, ground mustard to taste

The best hostess gift to give for the holdiays - overnight breakfast strata. Disposable baking dish, eggs, loaf of bread

Directions:

1.) Grease the inside of a disposable 9×13 baking dish.

2.) In a large bowl, beat together eggs, half and half, cheeses, ham, chives, peppers and seasonings.

3.) Place the torn bread chunks into the baking dish.

4.) Pour the egg mixture over the bread and use a spatula to fold the bread on top so it is evenly covered.

The best hostess gift to give for the holidays overnight breakfast strata. Bowl of mixed eggs, cheese about to pour into pan of torn french bread.

The best hostess gift to give for the holidays - overnight breakfast strata. All strata ingredients in a baking dish to chill in refrigerator.

5.) Cover with aluminum foil and chill. Allow the strata to chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour prior to baking.

6.) When ready, bake at 350 degrees F, uncovered for about 50 minutes or until golden brown.

The best hostess gift to give for the holidays, overnight breakfast strata.

 

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3 In Christmas/ Gift Guides

Holiday Gift Guide for Kids 2020

holiday gift guide for kids 2020

The first of my holiday gift guides is here, and to kick it off, we’re starting with the kids!

Typically, I love to gift experiences, but since we’re all staying home more, this year’s gift guide is a roundup of some of my favorite toys and activities for kids. Click the links or photos to shop!

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Holiday Gift Guide for Kids 2020

Rainbow Rocker This is perfect for kids ages 9months-5years old. We were just gifted one and it’s great for when the littles need to get their energy out!

rainbow rocker

Bounce Houseset it up in the lawn or in the basement during the winter months. This was a lifesaver for us this summer and we plan on using all winter too!

bounce house

Pickler Triangle playset Can’t go to the playground? No problem. Set up this baby right in your house. Another great Montessori toy. Santa is getting this for the boys this year.

pickler triangle gift guide for kids

 

Kinetic Sand one of the sensory activities I love because it doesn’t make a mess.

kinetic sand gift guide for kids

Quiet Busy Book a soft book with over 10 activities to keep those little hands busy

busy book gift guide for kids

Light Bright I loved mine when I was little and would play for hours.

lite brite amazon gift guide for kids

 

Tot Tube Playset this is a very simple concept but I think the boys would have fun for hours.

tot tube playset gift guide for kids

 

Poke a Dot Books interactive books to help develop language skills

poke a dot books gift guide for kids

Colorama kits we were just gifted some of these and they are absolutely adorable! There are several themed boxes to choose from including unicorns, rainbows, monster trucks, dinos, the beach, etc. Plus, it’s a mama run small biz!

colorama - holiday gift guide for kids

 

 

Sago mini pillow playset several different themed play ideas.

sago pillow playset gift guide for kids

Melissa and Doug lacing cards great for developing fine motor skills.

Melissa and doug lacing cards - gift guide for kids

 

Osmo – this is one time I don’t mind when the kids want screen time. Hands on educational games!

osmo holiday gift guide for kids

 

Play Excavator works in the sand, dirt and snow! We go to a local farm every fall that has these and they are the boy’s favorite!

play excavator - holiday gift guide for kids

 

 

Cinemood – Create your own little at home movie theater. This is another awesome idea! Comes with Disney e-books and you can also stream all your favorites like Netflix, Hulu and Prime Video.

cinemood gift guide for kids

Check out my other 2020 Gift Guides!

Gift Guide for Her

holiday gift guide for her 2020

 

Gift Guide for Him

holiday gift guide for him 2020

0 In Christmas/ Gift Guides

Gift Guide for Babies

Gift Guide for Babies

If you have a little one to shop for, you have to check out some of these ideas on my Gift Guide for Babies. Many of these ideas are things that my own little guys have loved. Click the links to shop.

Activity Chair – This soft activity chair has a rattle, mirror, squeaky toy and colorful objects to keep baby occupied. We had this for Maxwell when he was younger and he loved it.

Soft activity chair for baby

Baby swing – I have been wanting one of these for Mav. I love the neutral colors and beads.

Baby Swing

Yay Mats Tummy Time Mat – A soft, foam mat that is stylish and nontoxic.

Tummy Time Mat

Munchkin Mozart Magic Cube – This interactive toy lights up and plays a variety of musical notes to keep your little one engaged and expose them to different musical sounds.

Mozart Magic Cube

Teething bibs – the teething corner makes these ideal!

Nuby teething bibs

Skip Hop teepee – this was a favorite for both babies. A cute playmat and activity gym that is easy to fold up and store.

Skip Hip TeePee

See Touch Feel book – A good first book that engages the senses.

See Touch Feel Book

Radio Flyer Classic Walker Wagon – A great classic walker and your little can put some of their toys inside.

Radio Flyer Walker

Baby’s First Patagonia – How cute is this fleece jacket?

Baby's First Patagonia

Patagonia Furry Fleece Hat – This super cute fleece hat to keep their little noggin warm.

Patagonia Fleece Hat

Melissa & Doug First Play Pound & Roll – encourages fine motor play and problem solving.

Melissa and Doug baby toy

 

Check out my other 2019 Holiday Gift Guides Here

Toddler/Preschooler Gift Guide

Gift Guide for Her

Gift Guide for Him

Enneagram Gift Guide

 

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